The construction of
chariots for Rath Yatra has begun in Puri, Odisha amid the coronavirus
outbreak.
"A total of 72 workers
are constructing the chariot. The Centre has given approval for construction,
with conditions," said Ajay Jena, Administrator Development Officer,
Jagannath Temple Administration.
He further said, "In
order to prevent mingling of 'rath sevaks' with their families, the temple
administration has decided to keep them in three 'bhakt nivas' of the
temple."
The nine-day festival is
scheduled to begin on June 23. -- ANI
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