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Puri’s Suna Besha Ceremony Wraps Up Safely Under Unprecedented Security

Officials warned pilgrims to expect full parking, with extended wait times before Tuesday’s Niladri Bije.

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Photo: ANI

Overview

  • The Suna Besha ritual on July 6 concluded smoothly under unprecedented security enhancements with no major incidents reported.
  • Around 15 lakh devotees witnessed the deities in golden attire featuring nearly 208 kilograms of gold jewelry on their chariots.
  • More than 10,000 security personnel, including 6,150 Odisha Police and 800 CAPF members, supported by over 275 AI-enabled CCTV cameras and drones, managed crowd control.
  • Odisha Police issued an X alert warning that city parking is nearing capacity and directing vehicles to Talabania and Sterling lots as waits at Batagaon and Maltipatpur extend.
  • Preparations are underway for the Niladri Bije ceremony on July 8, when the deities will re-enter the Sri Jagannath Temple to conclude the festival.