Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi today announced a two-day holiday for the world famous Rath Yatra on July 7 and 8.
The Chief Minister chaired a high-level meeting to review preparations for the annual Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath and his siblings in Puri.
The CM highlighted the significance of this rare two-day festival, last observed in 1971.
“As the Rath Yatra will span two days, I direct the officers concerned to declare public holidays on these days,” the CM said.
The CM directed all officials to ensure the festival’s smooth execution to uphold the pride of Puri and Odisha.
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