By Our Correspondent
PURI/BHUBANESWAR: The Pahandi Bije, of Shree Lord Jagannath, Brother Lord Shree Balabhadra and sister Devi Subhadra held peacefully . The Pahanadi procession began at around 10.20 and concluded at 12.30 pm without any major delay in performing the customary rituals.
First to came outthrough the Singha Dwara (Lion’s Gate) was Lord Sudarshan, the divine disc and symbol of Vishnu’s energy. Being smaller and armless, he was carried on the shoulders of servitors in a reclining position, meticulously ensuring he didn’t touch the ground. His journey concluded as he was reverently placed on Devi Subhadra’s chariot, Darpadalan.
Following , elder brother, Lord Balabhadra, began his majestic procession. Due to his weight, he was “dragged” in a rhythmic, swaying motion, appearing to take large, slow steps. Servitors skillfully balanced and guided him, their movements a testament to their devotion. He was then carefully positioned on his chariot, Taladhwaja.
Younger sister, Devi Subhadra. Like Lord Sudarshan, she is armless and relatively lighter, and was carried on the shoulders in a reclining position, often with a quicker, graceful pace. Devotees cheered as she was placed on her chariot, Darpadalan, beside Lord Sudarshan.
Ending all enthusiasm , the moment everyone had been waiting for – the Lord of the Universe, Lord Jagannath, made his grand and regal entrance. His movement was a slow, rhythmic sway, giving the illusion of a giant elephant gracefully stepping out.
Governor Haribabu K, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Union Ministers Dharmendra Pradhan, Gajendra Singh Sekhwat , State Cabinet Ministers, MPs, MLAs and others were among those present and witnessed the gala event.
