The Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, currently in Odisha for a three-day visit, sought blessings at the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri and later toured the historic Sun Temple in Konark. Expressing his belief in the divine blessings of Lord Jagannath, CEC Kumar aimed to carry out his constitutional duties with enhanced sincerity and commitment.
Upon reaching Bhubaneswar, the state capital, the CEC paid respects to Lord Jagannath and extended greetings in the Odia language to the people of Odisha. Welcomed warmly at the Biju Patnaik International Airport by the Odisha Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) R.S. Gopalan and senior officials, CEC Kumar embarked on his spiritual journey.
During his visit to the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri, CEC Kumar was received by temple officials and dignitaries, who facilitated his darshan of Lord Jagannath and other deities. Acknowledging the ancient and unique art, literature, and culture of Odisha, he expressed his intent to delve deeper into the state’s rich traditions during his stay.
CEC Kumar, after offering prayers at the Shree Jagannath Temple, proceeded to the Sun Temple in Konark along the coastal route. Impressed by the craftsmanship and historical significance of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, he highlighted the temple’s representation of Odisha’s heritage and national pride. Reflecting on the temple’s grandeur, CEC Kumar praised ancient India’s prosperity in terms of wealth, knowledge, and scientific advancements.
