Odisha CM Majhi meets state's law minister in Bhubaneswar; holds discussion ahead of Rath Yatra

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], July 1 (ANI): Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi met with state's Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan in Bhubaneswar and held discussions for a smooth and peaceful conduct of the upcoming Rath Yatra.
According to an official release, "Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi met with Odisha Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan in Bhubaneswar. They had a discussion about the peaceful and smooth completion of the upcoming Rath Yatra."

Earlier on June 30, Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw said that special arrangements have been made for the devotees coming to the Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath.
Addressing the issue of conveyance of devotees, he further stated that 315 special trains will run for the occasion.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said, "For the auspicious occasion of the Rath yatra of Lord Jagannath, special arrangements are being made by the railways. To facilitate the devotees of Maha Prabhu from the different states of Chhattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, and Jharkhand, at least 315 special trains will run, covering all the parts of Odisha.
"The Railway Ministry is also working on establishing a holding area for the staycation of almost 15,000 people. Highlighting the preparations for devotees, the minister said.
"We are constituting a holding area for 15,000 people, along with the construction of toilet complex and a temporary ticketing centre. We are making all possible efforts to ease the journey of the devotees," he added.
Emphasising the number, Vaishnaw said, "The preparations are being made for a total of 15 lakh devotees. Devotees will come from around 25 districts of the state and we have arranged everything. Even though President Draupadi Murmu, is coming to Odisha, we warmly welcome her."
The Ratha Yatra of Puri, also rendered as the Ratha Jatra, is considered the oldest and largest Hindu chariot festival celebrated annually on the bright half of the lunar month of Ashadh (June-July).
The festival is held in the city of Puri, in the state of Odisha, India and is associated with the deity Jagannath (a form of Vishnu or Krishna). (ANI)