The Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri will temporarily suspend public darshan tomorrow, Wednesday, August 13, 2025, for the sacred Rahu Rekha ritual. This ritual is performed on the auspicious Bhadra Krishna Chaturthi tithi.
- Darshan Closure Time: Public darshan will be closed from 2 pm to 6 pm after the first Bhog Mandap offering.
- Rahu Rekha Ritual Significance: The ritual is a significant spiritual observance in the temple's calendar, believed to protect the sanctity of the deities and ward off negative energies.
The temple administration has urged devotees to plan their visit accordingly, as entry will resume only after the completion of the ritual.