Overview

• The ₹250 crore Jagannath Dham in Digha, modeled after Puri’s 12th-century shrine, will be inaugurated by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on April 30.
• Final preparations, including security and consecration rituals, are underway as the temple aims to boost tourism and reinforce cultural ties with Puri.
• The BJP has questioned the use of government funds for the project, seeking clarification on whether it is a temple or a cultural center.
• South Eastern Railway abruptly canceled special train services to Digha, citing operational challenges, prompting TMC accusations of political obstruction.
• TMC leaders are promoting the event through social media and livestreams, with large-scale viewing arrangements in place to accommodate thousands of attendees.