In a momentous event blending devotion, culture, and spirituality, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi joined the inauguration of the Shree Jagannath Temple in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on the sacred banks of the Triveni Sangam.
The ceremony, held during an evening gathering, marked not just the unveiling of a new architectural marvel but a profound revival of faith and spiritual consciousness, as described by the Chief Minister himself.
Participating in the Ganga Aarti, CM Majhi emphasised the temple’s role in uniting Odisha’s rich devotional traditions with the spiritual grandeur of the Triveni Sangam. “This Shree Jagannath Temple is a confluence of faith, culture, and spiritual awakening,” he stated. “It will propagate a message of national unity by bridging the devotional heritage of Odisha with the sanctity of this holy site.”
The Chief Minister invoked the blessings of Mahaprabhu Shree Jagannath, noting that the temple’s establishment creates a strong spiritual link between North and East India. He highlighted Lord Jagannath as a symbol of Odisha’s identity and pride, intrinsically connected to the soul of the entire nation. “Shree Jagannath culture imparts messages of equality, service, and harmony, binding everyone in a single thread,” Majhi added.
Praising the efforts of Swami Chidanand Saraswati Maharaj in spearheading the temple’s construction, the CM lauded it as a fusion of devotion, culture, and patriotism. He also acknowledged Swami Ji’s contributions to nature conservation, Ganga cleanliness, and humanitarian service. “From ancient times, Prayagraj has been known as the land of sages and ascetics,” Majhi said. “The establishment of this temple here is a living proof of India’s unbroken cultural unity.”
The Chief Minister expressed hope that the temple would become a centre of spiritual inspiration for devotees, spreading messages of humanity, service, and peace in the days ahead.
The event was graced by prominent figures, including Swami Chidanand Saraswati Maharaj, Uttar Pradesh’s Jal Shakti Minister Swatantra Dev Singh, Odisha’s Advocate General Pitambar Acharya, and hundreds of saints and sadhus.
