Bhadrak is buzzing with spiritual fervor as it prepares for Shri Ram Navami on the 27th. To ensure a peaceful celebration, the administration has declared a Dry Day in the Basudevpur block today.
All liquor counters, hotels, and restaurants are prohibited from selling alcohol, with additional restrictions placed on the sale of non-vegetarian food (Amish).
The measures come ahead of a grand Kalas Shobha Yatra featuring 18 medhas (decorated floats). To prevent any untoward incidents, a massive security blanket has been deployed:
Basudevpur: 5 police platoons are on high alert.
Bhadrak City: A flag march led by CRPF and 17 police platoons has already signaled a "zero-tolerance" approach to unrest.
These local efforts follow a high-level directive from Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, who ordered the police to ensure devotees celebrate without hesitation. With strict enforcement and community cooperation, the district is set for a smooth, vibrant tribute to Lord Shri Ram.