#WATCH | Khordha, Odisha: After 4 days of heavy rainfall in coastal and southern Odisha, several rural areas of Banpur Tehsil in Khordha district, which is among the worst-affected areas, have been submerged. Many houses have been inundated, leaving residents in panic and several people stranded.
#WATCH | Khordha, Odisha: On the floodwater situation following continuous heavy rainfall for 4 days, Tehsildar, Banpur, Harapriya Mallick, says, "Due to the incessant rainfall in the Banpur area, the rise in floodwater because of the rise in water level at the Saliadam, we have faced a flood-like situation in the area. However, the situation is completely under control as per the directions of the Minister and DM. We are in constant touch with all the line departments...the NAC has taken steps for the rehabilitation of nearly 450 people...as per the data, in the last four years, the flood situation has arisen whenever there is heavy rainfall. However, the irrigation department as well as the drainage department have taken a call on it...no casualties have been reported..."
#WATCH | Odisha: Flood-like situation in Banpur of Khordha district after heavy rainfall. Various main roads, including Banpur-Balugaon disconnected as floodwater enters residential areas. Paddy fields also submerged, affecting farmers.
#WATCH | Khordha: Odisha minister Prithviraj Harichandan said, "Today is Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday, and people across various states of the country are lighting lamps in their homes and praying for his long life, good health, and strong leadership. Similarly, across different parts of Odisha, BJP supporters are organizing events to light lamps... Please offer your blessings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, providing the strength needed to realize the vision of a 'Viksit Bharat' (Developed India) that he has presented to the nation..." (17.09)
#WATCH | Khordha: Odisha minister Prithviraj Harichandan lit 'Ashirwad ka Diya' at Balunkeshwar Temple on the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday. (17.09)
#WATCH | Delhi: On a group of lawyers protesting against the Bar Council of India over alleged irregularities and demanding his resignation, BCI Chairman and Rajya Sabha MP Manan Kumar Mishra says, "Lately, there has been a lot of irresponsible and absurd commentary circulating on social media. Students from NALSAR University, Hyderabad, decided to boycott the Chief Justice of India—who is also their Chancellor—and refused to attend the convocation ceremony where he was to preside. As the Chairman of the Bar Council of India, I found this deeply objectionable... Consequently, an order was issued stating that their enrollment would not be processed. However, within 15 minutes, that order was revoked, and the students' grievances were addressed. Seizing this opportunity, members of the Aam Aadmi Party and the so-called CJP group began demanding Manan Mishra's resignation.... I have served as the Chairman of the Bar Council of India for 12 to 14 years because I was elected... Manan Mishra represents 25 lakh lawyers; he will not step down simply... Yesterday, about 15 students came here at night demanding a resignation..."
#WATCH | Puri, Odisha | State Minister Prithviraj Harichandan says, "Today, the deities have entered the Gundicha Temple. Everyone has a deep desire to have darshan of the Lord on the chariot...Despite the adverse weather conditions and heavy rains over the past three days, hundreds of thousands of devotees have sought the Lord's blessings, witnessed the deities on the chariots, and earned spiritual merit. Today, the Lord has proceeded to the Gundicha Temple. From tomorrow, Mahaprabhu will be seated at the Adapa Mandap, the sacred throne where he resides during this period and will grant darshan to devotees...Comprehensive arrangements have been made to ensure that the darshan process takes place in an organized and convenient manner. Necessary measures for crowd management and maintaining order have been implemented. For the convenience of devotees, the darshan area has been air-conditioned. We have also undertaken the transformation of the Gundicha Temple to ensure that visitors do not face any inconvenience during darshan. The government is closely monitoring the arrangements..."
#WATCH | Amlan Nayak, Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) of the Chilika Wildlife Division, says, "...The Rath Yatra here is unique. This is done at the lake, on water. For this, District Administration, Police, Chilika Wildlife Division, Chilika Development Authority and others who are here are making every effort for the Rath Yatra to go on well..."
#WATCH | Khordha SDM, Sankalp Swastik Sahoo says, "Perhaps this is the only place in the world where 'jal Rath Yatra' takes place. About 5000 devotees are present here. District Administration has made all arrangements here...All departments are coordinating. We hope everything goes well. For the safety of devotees, three fire teams are here - one on mainland, another in island and one in Chilika Lake. Forest Department has provided 2 boats. Besides these, fishermen community are also providing 10 boats...Safety is our priority and arrangements have been made keeping in mind the same..."
#WATCH | Khordha, Odisha: At Kankana Sikhari, located within lake Chilika, Jagannath Rath Yatra being celebrated in a unique way, with the annual nine-day sojourn of the Holy Trinity observed on boats.
A large number of devotees from state as well as across the country visit the island in Chilika to witness the unique Rath Yatra. In view of the congregation of devotees, major security arrangements have been made by the Khordha district, police, temple and Chilika Wildlife administration.
#WATCH खोरधा(ओडिशा): चिल्का झील के कंकना सिखरी में भगवान जगन्नाथ की अनोखी नाव रथ यात्रा आयोजित की जाती है। पारंपरिक रथों की जगह नावों को आपस में जोड़कर एक तैरता हुआ रथ बनाया जाता है।
#WATCH | Puri, Odisha: The construction of the three sacred chariots for the annual Rath Yatra has reached its final stage, with only the last phase of decorative work and finishing touches remaining before the grand festival.
The majestic chariots—Nandighosha of Lord Jagannath, Taladhwaja of Lord Balabhadra, and Darpadalana of Devi Subhadra—are almost ready after weeks of dedicated work by hereditary Maharana artisans and temple servitors, who have meticulously followed centuries-old traditions and rituals.
#WATCH | Bhubaneswar | Odisha Minister Prithviraj Harichandan says, "We have already received the Records of Rights (ROR) for 36,000 acres of land. We are currently identifying the remaining approximately 58,000 acres of land belonging to Mahaprabhu across the state...The first category consists of land on which people have been residing, often for more than 20 or 30 years, having built their homes there. Since they do not have legal rights or valid documentation for this land, a settlement process is required. We have finalised a new version of the Uniform Settlement Policy and will soon present it to the Cabinet. Once it is approved, we will be able to initiate the settlement process. The second category comprises land scattered across various districts that remains unenclosed and, in many instances, has been encroached upon. We will address both categories and take significant steps to secure the land held in the name of Mahaprabhu Jagannath. The government attaches great importance to examining and identifying all such RORs across the state to ensure that this land is safeguarded..."
#WATCH | Odisha: Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meena says, "...After 13 years of service, with a lot of discussion with friends and family, I submitted my resignation a few days ago. It is under process, it is yet to be accepted. The reason is personal in nature..."