Inauguration of Jagannath Temple in Digha, West Bengal
| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Inauguration of the Lord Jagannath Temple in Digha, West Bengal. |
| Location | Coastal town of Digha, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. |
| Inauguration Date | 30 April 2025 |
| Chief Inaugurator | State Chief Minister of West Bengal. |
| Significance | - Built on 20 acres of land at a cost of Rs 250 crore. <br> - Expected to enhance Digha's tourism appeal and bring international recognition. <br> - Symbolizes spirituality and unity. |
| Replica of | 12th-century Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha. |
| Historical Background | Original Puri temple constructed by King Anatavarman Chodaganga Deva of the Eastern Ganga Dynasty in the 12th century. |
| Religious Significance | - Known as 'Yamanika Tirtha' where the power of Yama (god of death) is nullified. <br> - Part of Char Dham pilgrimages (Badrinath, Dwaraka, Puri, Rameswaram). |
| Architectural Features | - Massive compound wall and large temple complex. <br> - Features multiple towers, halls, and shrines. |
| Annual Festival | Rath Yatra: A grand procession of deities Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra on a chariot. |
| Unique Offering | Mahaprasad: Food prepared in the temple kitchen and distributed among devotees. |