ASI Begins Repair and Restoration Works of Srimandir Nata Mandapa

Puri: The Archeological Survey of India has begun the repair and restoration works related to the Nata Mandapa of the Lord Jagannath Temple. According to officials, the repair work will be undertaken from morning 6 am to 10 pm every day. The work is being supervised by the technical committee and servitor members of the Temple Management Committee. The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration has given the NOC to ASI for the repair works. Emphasis has been laid on ensuring that there is no disturbance in the temple activities and movement of the pilgrims. The repair works have begun in compliance with the directions of the Orissa High Court. Initially, the iron structures will be placed around the Nata Mandapa. A special technical team of the ASI will examine the cracked beams. After through inspection, the beams will be repaired.

The Ratna Palanka of Lord Jagannath, which is in a dilapidated condition will also be repaired and three new sets will also be built. Ths works for this have also started from today. A devotee had donated the required silver for the Ratna Palanka which will be used.