Today marks the ninth day of the holy observance, and thousands of devotees have gathered at the Puri Sakhigopal Temple for the special foot darshan of Radha’s Odiani Beshang, a rare sight seen only once a year.
The temple welcomed devotees at 1 a.m., with Radharani elegantly dressed in beautiful attire. Golden ornaments adorned both Mother Radharani and Lord Witness Gopinath. The administration has implemented extensive security measures in anticipation of the large crowds.
The police and administrative staff have coordinated to maintain an orderly flow, with barricades set up to guide devotees into the temple. Authorities deployed a 20-platoon security force. Meanwhile, the administration has appealed to Sevayats to ensure a respectful and disciplined approach to serving Lord Thakur and managing the devotees.