Puri Srimandir ‘Parikrama Project’ set to undergo modern transformation, DPRs underway

The Puri Srimandir Parikrama Project is all set to undergo a modern transformation, with new design plans being drawn up and detailed project reports (DPRs) under preparation, informed Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan.

During his visit to Puri, the Law Minister informed that the concerned departments in charge have been advised to accelerate the DPR process swiftly. Once completed, these DPRs reports will undergo extensive discussions and consultations, after the establishment of a cultural advisory committee.

This committee will comprise experts and scholars with their expertise in Jagannath culture, Minister Harichandan emphasised. He stated, "From them, we can gather crucial insights and direction."

He also addressed the forthcoming Raghunandan Library, revealing its planned location on the upper floor of the existing Interpretation Centre or Lecture Centre, with this decision already finalised. In addition, preparations have commenced for the 'Dhadi Darshan' at the iconic Jagannath Temple, slated for January 20. 

The Minister also assured that renovation work on the Ratna Bhandar, the temple's treasury, is nearing completion, after which a detailed inventory will be conducted.

“The DPR process for interpretation centre, research centre, and ‘bhog’ mandap is underway. The historic Raghunandan Library will be established on the upper floor of the research centre. The decision has been finalised. Moreover, the queue system to enter Srimandir will be effective from January 20. We have already made the decision and it will be implemented from January 20,” the Law Minister.

Speaking about Ratna Bhandar, he added, “We are hopeful the Ratna Bhandar renovation work will be completed very soon. They have promised us to complete the work within the given stipulated time. As soon as the renovation work is completed, we will start the counting.”