Puri: An unexpected situation unfolded during the sacred Chandan Yatra in Puri, as the much-awaited water ritual of the deities could not take place. According to sources, the evening rituals were delayed, and although the deities were taken in procession (Chapa) around 9:15 PM, the traditional water sport (Jal Krida) of the Lord could not be conducted. The disruption is reportedly linked to a dispute between two groups of servitors (sevayats), …
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