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Heavy Rain Turns Lord Jagannath Statue Wet Near Puri Sea Coast
✍️ Kanak News Odisha
🗓 06 Aug 2026, 04:48 PM
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Heavy rain drenched the Lord Jagannath statue under the open sky near the sea coast in Puri, Odisha.
Heavy rainfall over Puri on Tuesday caused the Lord Jagannath statue to become visibly wet under the open sky near the sea coast.
The statue, a central feature of the Jagannath Temple complex, is usually sheltered by a canopy. However, the sudden downpour left the bronze figure exposed, leading to a brief but noticeable soaking.
Temple officials noted that the incident was harmless and the statue has been cleaned and inspected for any damage. Local devotees expressed relief that the revered idol remained intact.
The event highlights how even sacred sites in coastal Odisha can be affected by sudden weather changes, reminding authorities to review protective measures for future monsoon seasons.
The statue, a central feature of the Jagannath Temple complex, is usually sheltered by a canopy. However, the sudden downpour left the bronze figure exposed, leading to a brief but noticeable soaking.
Temple officials noted that the incident was harmless and the statue has been cleaned and inspected for any damage. Local devotees expressed relief that the revered idol remained intact.
The event highlights how even sacred sites in coastal Odisha can be affected by sudden weather changes, reminding authorities to review protective measures for future monsoon seasons.