Angul(ONS) 2nd July: Devbhoomi, Jindal Nagar, witnessed the celebration of Sri Hera Panchami on 1st July 2025. The Pratham Sevika of Devbhoomi, Smt. Shallu Jindal performed all rituals with utmost devotion and dedication under the divine guidance of the Prime Priest, Srikant Ji. In a sacred display of tradition and reverence, she took part in the Palanki Yatra of Goddess Maha Laxmi, which symbolically represents the Goddess’s divine visit to the Gundicha Temple to inquire about Lord Jagannath’s prolonged stay.
The rituals began early at 5:00 AM with Mandir Sodha, Mangal Aarati, and Mailam, followed by Tadap Lagi and Abakash Neeti. The major morning rituals included Rosha Homa, Surya Puja, Dwarpal Puja, and Vesha Aarati. Thousands of devotees thronged the temple premises to witness the grand rituals, seek blessings, and offer prayers.
The afternoon was marked with Madhhyana Dhoopa and Pahuda, while the evening was filled with devotion through Sandhya Aarati, Vesha Lagi of Sridevi at 6:10 PM, and the divine Angyan Mala Bije at 7:00 PM. The day concluded with Veta, Rath Katha, and the grand Badasinghar Vesha at 8:30 PM. The atmosphere was divine, vibrant, and deeply spiritual throughout the day.
Now, all eyes are waiting to witness the return journey of all three chariots, which is known as the Bahuda Yatra.