Archive · 15 Jun 2025
Puri Rath Yatra: Security Measures, Restrictions Announced
The Odisha government is implementing new rules for the Puri Rath Yatra to ensure safety and order.
Non-servitors are not allowed to climb the chariots, and servitors cannot use mobile phones on the chariots.
The police will use CCTV cameras with artificial intelligence to monitor the event and a control room to help manage the crowds and traffic.
The goal is to make sure the festival goes smoothly.
Non-servitors are prohibited from climbing chariots during the Puri Rath Yatra.
Servitors are banned from using mobile phones on the chariots.
Violators of the rules will face stringent legal action, including arrest.
CCTV surveillance with AI-enabled cameras will monitor key locations.
An integrated control room will manage traffic and provide information to pilgrims.
- Who
- Odisha government, police, and servitors.
- What
- Enhanced security measures and restrictions during the Puri Rath Yatra, including bans and surveillance.
- When
- During the upcoming Puri Rath Yatra on June 27.
- Where
- Puri, Odisha, India.
- Why
- To ensure discipline, safety, and the smooth conduct of the Rath Yatra.
- Event
- Puri Rath Yatra
- Location
- Puri, Odisha, India
- Bans
- Mobile phones on chariots for servitors; non-servitors from climbing on them
- Enforcement
- Legal action and arrest
- Security Measures
- CCTV, AI-enabled cameras, integrated control room
- Date
- June 27
Sources
ASI urged to complete Puri Jagannath temple Ratna Bhandar repair work during Rath Yatra
Mobile Phone Ban For Servitors During Dhariot Pulling At Puri Rath Yatra: SJTA chief Arabinda Padhee
Non-servitors banned from climbing chariots during Rath Yatra: Odisha Law Minister
Non-Servitors Banned From Climbing Chariots During Rath Yatra: Odisha Minister
