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News1827-01-2026, 22:30

Puri Jagannath Temple Restricts Entry for President Murmu's Visit on Feb 4

  • Public entry to Puri Jagannath Temple will be restricted for over two hours on February 4 due to President Droupadi Murmu's visit.
  • President Murmu will arrive in Puri on February 3, perform 'Pind daan' at Sweta Ganga tank, and visit the temple around 7:40 am on February 4.
  • Gajapati Maharaja Dibyasingha Deb, chairman of SJTMC, will receive the President at the Lion's Gate.
  • Public darshan will be suspended from 6 am to approximately 8:30 am on February 4; devotees can visit before 6 am.
  • Specific servitors with ritual duties will be issued passes to access the temple during the President's visit.

Why It Matters: Puri Jagannath Temple will have restricted public access on Feb 4 for President Murmu's visit.

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