Archive · 18 Jul 2026
Odisha Launches Digital Hundi for Jagannath Temple
The Odisha government has launched a new digital platform called 'Samarpan' that allows people to donate money to the Shree Jagannath Temple online.
This platform was created by the Odisha Computer Application Centre and the temple administration.
The Chief Minister of Odisha, Mohan Charan Majhi, introduced this platform to make it easier for devotees around the world to contribute to the temple.
The donations will be used for the temple's development and maintenance.
The platform is secure, transparent, and easy to use, and it includes a website and a mobile app.
This initiative aims to connect devotees globally with the temple and preserve its rich traditions.
Odisha launched 'Samarpan', a digital hundi platform for online donations to Shree Jagannath Temple.
The platform was developed by the Odisha Computer Application Centre (OCAC) and the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA).
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated the platform in Puri.
The initiative aims to connect global devotees with the temple and support its development.
The platform is secure, transparent, and user-friendly, with a dedicated web portal and mobile app.
- Who
- Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and the Odisha Computer Application Centre (OCAC)
- What
- Launched 'Samarpan', a digital hundi platform for online donations to Shree Jagannath Temple
- When
- Recently (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Puri, Odisha
- Why
- To enhance digital services for devotees and support the temple's development
Supporters of Digital Hundi
Traditionalists
Modernization of Religious Practices
Supporters of Digital Hundi
Supporters believe the digital hundi modernizes religious practices, making it easier for devotees worldwide to contribute.
Traditionalists
Traditionalists may argue that digital donations could diminish the spiritual experience of physically offering donations at the temple.
- Platform Name
- Samarpan
- Developed By
- Odisha Computer Application Centre (OCAC) and Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA)
- Launch Location
- Puri, Odisha
- Purpose
- Enable online donations for Shree Jagannath Temple
- Initiative Aim
- Connect global devotees with the temple and support its development