HT Correspondent
TEZPUR, Feb 15: Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs and Irrigation, Ashok Singhal, graced the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony at the newly constructed Mahaprabhu Sri Sri Jagannath Temple in Tinkharia Tea Estate, Dhekiajuli. The temple, modeled after the Jagannath temple in Puri, stands as a symbol of collaborative efforts between minister Singhal and the local community.
The three-day festivities, starting from February 13, witnessed a significant turnout from the tea estate, surrounding areas, and various parts of Dhekiajuli. The celebration included cultural events such as Dhan Divas, Kalah Yatra, lantern lighting, Harinam Kirtan, Maha Snan, and Jaldhibas. The ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony and Maha Yajna marked the conclusion of the festivities. Local residents expressed their gratitude to minister Singhal for his pivotal role in the establishment of the Mahaprabhu Sri Sri Jagannath Temple.
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Earlier on Thursday morning, minister Singhal visited the Sri Sri Gupteshwar Temple at the foothill of Shingri Hills to assess the progress of the Archaeological Department’s expedition aimed at uncovering the temple’s historical treasures.
Continuing his dedication to community welfare, minister Singhal distributed cheques as part of financial assistance from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund to 77 beneficiaries facing financial vulnerability in the Dhekiajuli constituency. The distribution took place at a function held at the Bidhayak Sewa Kendra of Dhekiajuli constituency, highlighting the government’s support for those in need.
