Odia Culture / Kartika Brata: Free Accommodation, Food And Jagannath Darshan Await 2,400 Habishyalis In Puri
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Puri is gearing up for the annual Kartika Brata with special arrangements to accommodate 2,400 women observing the month-long ritual as 'Habishyalis' from October 26 to November 24; Puri Collector Dibya Jyoti Parida said selected Habishyalis will receive identity cards and accommodation seat allotments free of cost at the Brundabati Niwas camp on the morning of October 26.
Puri, Oct 24: The holy town of Puri is gearing up for the annual Kartika Brata, with special arrangements in place to accommodate 2,400 women observing the month-long religious ritual as 'Habishyalis' from October 26 to November 24.
Puri Collector Dibya Jyoti Parida said the selected Habishyalis would receive identity cards and accommodation seat allotments free of cost at the Brundabati Niwas camp on the morning of October 26. Preparations at the camps are in their final stages, he said.
The administration has drawn up the list of 2,400 women following online registration and selection as per the prescribed criteria. Officials have been directed not to accommodate anyone without registration.
Free Accommodation, Mahaprasad And Temple Darshan
The selected Habishyalis will be accommodated at Brundabati Niwas, the Railway Tourist Complex and the municipal Kalyan Mandap.
Puri Collector Dibya Jyoti Parida said the selected Habishyalis would receive identity cards and accommodation seat allotments free of cost at the Brundabati Niwas camp on the morning of October 26. Preparations at the camps are in their final stages, he said.
The administration has drawn up the list of 2,400 women following online registration and selection as per the prescribed criteria. Officials have been directed not to accommodate anyone without registration.
Free Accommodation, Mahaprasad And Temple Darshan
The selected Habishyalis will be accommodated at Brundabati Niwas, the Railway Tourist Complex and the municipal Kalyan Mandap.
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The administration has arranged free accommodation, Mahaprasad and bus services to facilitate their visit to the Shree Jagannath Temple. A special darshan queue will also operate at the temple throughout Kartika month for devotees observing the Brata.
Online registration for the annual observance was conducted on October 6 through the Odisha government’s e-District portal. The administration had initially planned arrangements for 2,500 Habishyalis, while the final selected list comprises 2,400 women.
Also Read: Online Registration for Habishyalis in Puri Begins October 6; Kartika Brata From Oct 26 to Nov 24
Safety Measures At Puri’s Sacred Sites
The administration has put in place extensive safety and logistical arrangements for the month-long observance. Barricades have been installed at the town’s sacred bathing ponds to ensure the safety of devotees, while lifeguards will be deployed along the sea beach.
"Ambulances, medical teams, fire services, police personnel and volunteers will work in coordination to respond to emergencies. Five platoons of police force will be deployed specifically to ensure the safety of Habishyalis and facilitate their temple visits", Collector Dibya Jyoti Parida said.
Special arrangements have also been made at Puri’s five sacred ponds and the beach, including barricades at bathing points to prevent accidents.
Online registration for the annual observance was conducted on October 6 through the Odisha government’s e-District portal. The administration had initially planned arrangements for 2,500 Habishyalis, while the final selected list comprises 2,400 women.
Also Read: Online Registration for Habishyalis in Puri Begins October 6; Kartika Brata From Oct 26 to Nov 24
Safety Measures At Puri’s Sacred Sites
The administration has put in place extensive safety and logistical arrangements for the month-long observance. Barricades have been installed at the town’s sacred bathing ponds to ensure the safety of devotees, while lifeguards will be deployed along the sea beach.
"Ambulances, medical teams, fire services, police personnel and volunteers will work in coordination to respond to emergencies. Five platoons of police force will be deployed specifically to ensure the safety of Habishyalis and facilitate their temple visits", Collector Dibya Jyoti Parida said.
Special arrangements have also been made at Puri’s five sacred ponds and the beach, including barricades at bathing points to prevent accidents.
Kartika Brata Holds Special Significance
Kartika Brata is observed during the auspicious Hindu month of Kartika and holds deep religious and cultural significance in Odisha. Puri attracts devotees who undertake the month-long observance through prayers, early-morning rituals and worship of Lord Jagannath.
The annual Habishyali camps enable women observing the Brata to stay in Puri and participate in religious activities while receiving accommodation, food and transport support from the administration.
Kartika Brata is observed during the auspicious Hindu month of Kartika and holds deep religious and cultural significance in Odisha. Puri attracts devotees who undertake the month-long observance through prayers, early-morning rituals and worship of Lord Jagannath.
The annual Habishyali camps enable women observing the Brata to stay in Puri and participate in religious activities while receiving accommodation, food and transport support from the administration.
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