Bhubaneswar, Dec. 14 -- The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) on Sunday raised serious concerns after water leakage was spotted in Srimandir's Meghanad Pacheri in Puri, prompting urgent action. The temple's Chief Administrator, Arabinda Padhee, wrote to the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) seeking immediate repair work to prevent further damage.

While a temporary repair was carried out last year due to similar water seepage, officials had then emphasised the need for a permanent solution. Despite that, water leakage has resurfaced, causing renewed worry among the temple authorities.

The temple administration has requested a scientific assessment to identify the root cause of leakage and ensure a durable restoration. Inter...