Shree Jagannath Temple's New Queue System Set To Begin February 1
To improve the experience for visitors and ensure a smooth flow of devotees, the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri is preparing to implement a new dhadi (queue) darshan system. Originally planned for January 20, the launch has been delayed to February 1 due to the need to relocate the temple's 'hundi' inside the Natya Mandap. The process requires several government permissions, which are currently being secured.
Preparations Underway for a Better Devotee Experience
The Law Minister, Prithiviraj Harichandan, shared updates, saying, "There are two to three permissions required for shifting of the hundi, and the government is working on it." While the exact new location of the 'hundi' is yet to be decided, other preparations for the queue system are moving forward. The Odisha Bridge & Construction Corporation Limited has already built the wooden structures and ramps required for the system, ready to be installed once the hundi is relocated.
The new queue system will operate throughout the year, focusing on managing the flow of devotees within the temple premises, especially in the Natya Mandap area. The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) has received approval from the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to set up barricades. These barricades have been designed to avoid any damage to the historic Natya Mandap structure.
Six-Lane System for Efficient Darshan
The dhadi darshan system will include six separate lanes to cater to different groups of devotees. The lanes will be divided as follows:
1. Differently-abled persons
2. Women and children
3. Elderly devotees
4-6. Male devotees
This system allows devotees to have an unobstructed view of the deities from the Natya Mandap while standing on an elevated ramp near Bahara Katha. Separate exit routes have been planned for orderly movement: women, differently-abled persons, children, and elderly devotees will exit through the Ghanti Dwara, while male devotees will leave via the Darada Dwara.
Aiming for Convenience and Devotion
The queue darshan system is expected to reduce congestion and make the darshan process smoother for all visitors. This initiative highlights the temple administration's dedication to preserving the temple's sanctity while meeting the needs of modern devotees.
The introduction of the dhadi system is a significant step towards improving the spiritual and physical experience of visiting the Shree Jagannath Temple. As preparations progress, devotees can look forward to a more organized and serene darshan from February 1 onward.
