Rath Yatra 2024: No Mobile Phones Allowed On Chariots, Says SJTA Chief Arabinda Padhee

Puri: The Chief Administrator of Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA), Arabinda Padhee on Friday made it clear that no mobile phones will be allowed on chariots.

Padhee said that whatever rituals are there and how they can be streamlined and conducted properly, the focus will be on it. The district and the temple administration will take steps and work in coordination. Stern action would be taken against those indulging in indiscipline.

On Adapa Mandap bije mishap, Padhee said, “We seek forgiveness from the Lord for whatever happened. As per the decision of the Managing Committee, a committee has been formed and we should wait for its report. The Temple administration will certainly focus on it so that such incidents do not recur.”