Bhubaneswar, Feb. 16 -- Darshan of the sibling deities at Puri Srimandir was temporarily halted on Sundayafter blood stains were found near the temple's Bhitara Katha. The discovery led to the immediate arrangement of the Bada Maha Snana of the Lords, resulting in the suspension of darshan.

The Incident:

After the completion of the morning rituals such as Dwara Phita Niti and Mangala Alati, the darshan of Lord Jagannath commenced. However, shortly after, servitors discovered blood stains near the Bhitara Katha area. In response to the incident, the Bada Maha Snana Niti of the sibling deities was arranged without any delay.

To ensure the smooth conduction of the Bada Maha Snana Niti, the darshan of the Lords was completely halted during...