Shreemandira Parikrama Project: Odisha govt declares holiday on Jan 17

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patanik today announced January 17 (Wednesday) as government holiday in view of the inauguration of the Sreemandir Parikrama Prakalpa or temple heritage corridor project in Puri.

On the early morning today , 5T & Nabin Odisha Chairman VK Pandian visited the ongoing Shreemandir Parikrama project, Shree Marga, Shree Jagannatha Vihar, Shree Setu, Samanga Parking and facilities being created for Pilgrims.

During the visit, he inspected all elements of Parikrama and instructed for regular cleaning and security.

He also inspected Shree Marga, Shree Jagannath Ballav Vihar, Shree Setu and Samanga Parking and discussed the smooth arrival and movement of pilgrims from Samanga Parking to the Parikrama.

Sri Pandian also reviews the exhibition arena and discussed on the themes to be displayed.

During the visit, Collector, SP, MD OBCC and other senior officials of dist administration and executing agency were present.