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|October 01, 2025
An interview with Ramakrushna Dasmahapatra, a senior Puri Dayitapati, on guiding the Digha Jagannath Dham from consecration rituals to the 'Dham' debate
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You have a prominent association with the recently inaugurated Jagannath Dham in Digha. There has also been considerable discussion surrounding your involvement. Could you shed some light on your role in this significant project?
My involvement with the Jagannath Dham in Digha stems from a deep devotion to Lord Jagannath and a commitment to facilitating the establishment of new centres of worship. As a servitor (Dayitapati) of the Puri Jagannath Temple, my primary role has been to offer guidance and ensure the proper execution of rituals and traditions, particularly concerning the installation of the deities.
What was your contribution to the consecration ceremony in Digha?
This story is from the October 01, 2025 edition of Outlook.
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