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There is an atmosphere of joy and devotion these days in the historical Jagannathpur temple located in Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand. Preparations for the grand Rath Yatra festival of Lord Jagannath, sister Subhadra and brother Balabhadra are in their final stages. Like every year, this year too a huge fair is going to be organized in Jagannathpur, Dhurwa, Ranchi. This time this event is also going to be very special because the Chief Minister of the state Hemant Soren himself will participate in this holy Rath Yatra Mahotsav and take the blessings of Lord Jagannath and wish for the happiness and prosperity of the people of the state.
Historical fair of faith will be organized from 16th July
According to the information given by the local administration and the temple management committee, this grand festival is going to start from July 16. Let us tell you that Jagannathpur Fair of Ranchi is a big center of faith not only for the devotees of Jharkhand but also for the devotees of neighboring states. Lakhs of devotees are expected to gather in this fair starting from July 16. The temple complex is being beautifully decorated and the chariot is also being given the final touches in the traditional manner.
Tight security arrangements for the arrival of the Chief Minister
After the confirmation of Chief Minister Hemant Soren’s participation in the Rath Yatra, Ranchi district administration and police department have come in full alert mode. In view of the VIP movement and the crowd of lakhs, security arrangements are being tightened. Along with deployment of police force at every nook and corner, the entire fair complex will be monitored through CCTV cameras. The main focus of the administration is to ensure that the devotees coming from outside do not face any kind of problem and the traffic system continues to run smoothly.
A unique confluence of culture and tradition of Jharkhand will be seen
Jagannathpur Rath Yatra is not just a religious event, but it is a living example of the rich folk culture, art and tradition of Jharkhand. The local handicraft shops decorated in the fair, the sound of traditional musical instruments and the stalls of delicious dishes further add to the charm of this festival. The presence of CM Hemant Soren will further enhance the grandeur of this event. People of the entire state including Ranchi are eagerly waiting for July 16, when Lord Jagannath will come out riding a chariot to give darshan to his devotees.