Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi visited the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri with his family to seek divine blessings. He expressed his purpose of seeking blessings for the Indian Army to ensure its continued grace and strength. General Dwivedi emphasized his belief in the Army’s future growth and service to the nation with the Lord’s blessings.
The Army Chief expressed gratitude towards Puri for its sacredness and hoped for the perpetual blessings upon the city. He praised the devotion and reverence towards Lord Jagannath in Puri, considering it a source of national pride. General Dwivedi expressed his commitment to visiting the holy place annually to seek blessings and spiritual solace.
Odisha is renowned as the land of Lord Jagannath, with the Jagannath Temple being a significant Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Jagannath, a form of Lord Vishnu. Situated in Puri, Odisha, the temple, built in the 12th century AD, is a focal point for the Jagannath cult and attracts pilgrims worldwide. The temple’s spiritual significance often outshines its architectural grandeur, showcasing ancient Indian architectural brilliance.
The temple complex, evolving over centuries until the 16th century, is distinct for its carvings depicting deities. Enclosed by two concentric walls, the Kuruma Bheda and Meghnad Pachira, the temple’s unique construction ensures no shadow falls on the ground at any time of the day.
