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Shree Jagannath Heritage Corridor, Puri

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104: 132: 432:, as well as the issuance of draft by-laws by the National Monuments Authority (NMA) for the temple in the same month, that prohibited any construction work within a 100-metre periphery of the temple, also prohibiting construction within another 200 metres, without the NMA giving nod. However, the by-laws were withdrawn following a request from the Chief Minister, Naveen Patnaik. Further roadblocks came in February 2022, when the 381:(US$ 510 million), for transforming Puri's heritage and infrastructure, under the Augmentation of Basic Amenities and Development of Heritage and Architecture (ABADHA) scheme. Then, land acquisition for the project began in November 2019, where over 600 people living around the temple gave up 15.64 acres, critical for development of the security zone. It was cleared after a three-bench judgement of the 748:
supervisor officers, 250 sub-inspector and assistant sub- inspector rank officers, 80 platoons of police force and home guards were deployed. Apart from these, four bomb squads and canine squads were also be deployed. 135 CCTV cameras, equipped with face-reading technology, have been installed in the entire corridor and complex, to further advance the existing security arrangements in the temple.
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and the Marine Police have also deployed to protect not only the temple, but also the city and its coast. Before inauguration of the project on 17 January 2024, a four-level security arrangement in the city was deployed to ensure smooth and hassle-free conduct of the inauguration ceremony. Around 100
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These are located in the north, south and west sides of the corridor, all of which cover an area of 26.7 m (287 sq ft), for facilitating the devotees with the required information about the temple, facilities, rituals, etc. The kiosks also has provision for accepting donations from the
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in 2016, after hearing a query from the date cabinet officials about developing a 'heritage corridor' as part of 'Puri Heritage Corridor Project' plan, to modernise the space around the 12th century-temple complex and provide adequate facilities and amenities to pilgrims and visitors for a better and
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In order to meet the essential requirements of the visitors to the temple and the heritage corridor, a queue management facility with a capacity of 6,000 persons, along with security checking, baggage screening, a cloak room for keeping belongings of up to four thousand families, drinking water and
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Construction began soon after laying down the foundation stone, and witnessed a few slowdowns due to the objections mentioned above. It continued, and the date for the corridor's inauguration was set for January 2024 in November 2023. All structural works were completed by the first week of January
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A centrally controlled state-of-the-art electrical room with advanced technology is located on the western side of the plaza, for efficient and smart management of electricity in and around temple complex. This houses all electrical equipment and power backup facilities required for the temple
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These two rooms are located near the south and west gates of the temple, with an area assigned for each as 26.7 m (287 sq ft). These rooms are for visitors to deposit their mobile phones and shoes, for convenience of visitors and temple workers, who mainly use these gates for
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washroom facilities, facilities for washing hands and feet, and souvenirs including book shops have been provided in this centre, spread over an area of 7,917 m (85,220 sq ft). This is built over half an acre land available next to heritage corridor on the south-east side.
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The dignitaries and guests are received and explained about the temple at the renovated office. Further, it provides adequate arrangements for dignitaries and guests to witness the Ratha Yatra of the Lords. The safety and security arrangements have accordingly been made in this
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These are used as shaded resting points for pilgrims around the plaza, and are located strategically in the west side, where there are two pavilions, and in the south side, where there are three pavilions. Each shelter pavilion has been built over an area of 13 m
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It is used by pilgrims and visitors for depositing their baggage, shoes and mobile phones before queueing up for entering to the temple complex. This is located at the north-east corner of the temple, with an area of over 500 m
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An additional five-layer security arrangement, including 44 police platoons consisting of 30 police officers each, has been deployed around the temple complex and around the city as well, to enhance the security of the temple. The
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of the project in November 2021 for the development of the area, within the 75-metre corridor of the boundary wall of the Jagannath temple, to transform it into a pilgrim centre, similar to the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor in the
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This 7 metre-wide corridor with trees is designed adjacent to the mixed traffic lane for a smoother pedestrian flow around the corridor and neighbouring areas for people to commute. This is equipped with parking bays for
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2024, after an inspection by state government officials was conducted on 6 January 2024. The project was inaugurated and opened to the public by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik and King Dibyasingha Deba on 17 January 2024.
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Along with plantation of tall trees and shrubs, this 10 metre-long zone has many facilities, such as restrooms, drinking water fountains, information-cum-donation kiosks, and shelter pavilions for shade and
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It is used by the police personnel deployed for ensuring safety and security for the temple and the devotees visiting the temple. It is located in the west side of the corridor, over an area of 26.7 m
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There are two washrooms consisting of six areas each for males and females. The two washrooms cover an area of 45 m (480 sq ft), and are located in the north, south and west sides of the
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It is 7.5 metres long, and aids in the movement of vehicles around the heritage corridor to ensure access to properties surrounding the outer access road, as well as the lanes from the neighbouring
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The heritage corridor has many facilities and amenities to facilitate and give visitors and pilgrims a smooth and memorable experience in the temple, without any hassles. The list includes:
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smoother experience. Another reason stated in favour of the project was that it would be crucial for the temple's future, as unlike the other
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It is located in the north side of the corridor, to ensure that the devotees get access to their bank account whenever required.
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temples existing within the 75 metre-long heritage corridor. These matha temples have been redeveloped by keeping in mind the
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It is a 10 metre-long inner space for ceremonial procession of deities, that is used year-round by the general public for
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A preliminary emergency medical facility for addressing health emergencies has been built for the temple workers, or
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for access by staff and for maintenance purposes. The remaining 5-metre is a 1 feet-high terraced landscape garden.
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The eastern plaza of the heritage corridor is a large open space, as many festivals of the temple, including the
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Covered by trees on either side, it covers 8 metres, and acts as a shaded pathway for visitors and pilgrims.
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These gardens cover 14 metres in one zone, and have been designed through meticulous research of local
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and temple officials. It has provisions for dustbins, street furniture, drinking water fountains, etc.
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It is 4.5 metres long, and is used for access by service vehicles and maintenance of the corridor.
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practices. Local varieties of trees and shrubs used in Jagannath culture have been planted here.
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is broadly divided into nine zones on the northern, southern and western side. These include:
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Shree Jagannath Temple Administration, Puri, Shree Jagannath Temple Managing Committee, Puri
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It covers an area of 15.64 acres (6.32 ha), and has been built at an initial cost of
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complex and the plaza area. It covers an area of 130 m (1,400 sq ft).
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in a heritage corridor, similar to the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor of the
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This 4.5 metre-long is for emergency services and disaster management.
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Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains (AMASR) Act
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The 75 metre-long corridor of the SJHC surrounding the
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in general, and specific traditions of the concerned
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Shree Jagannatha Temple Administration (SJTA) Office:
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Index

Affiliation
Hinduism
Puri
Puri
Odisha
India
Shree Jagannath Heritage Corridor, Puri is located in Odisha
Shree Jagannath Heritage Corridor, Puri is located in India
Geographic coordinates
19°48′17″N 85°49′6″E / 19.80472°N 85.81833°E / 19.80472; 85.81833
Official website
Jagannath Temple
Puri
Odisha
India
darshan
Nila Chakra
Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Chief Minister
Naveen Patnaik
Government of Odisha
three Dhams
Puri
Parikrama
Marg
circumambulation
Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Varanasi
Jagannath temple
Supreme Court

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