Nabarangpur, Nov 14 (UDN): : A preparatory meeting was held at the premises of the famous Kelia Baba Jhadೇಶwar Shiva Temple in Dabugam block of Nabarangpur district ahead of the Kartika Purnima celebrations scheduled for November 24, 2026.
A large gathering of devotees is expected at the renowned Shaivite shrine on the occasion. In view of the anticipated rush, the meeting focused on making comprehensive arrangements to ensure that devotees can offer prayers and have darshan in a peaceful, orderly and hassle-free manner.
The meeting was attended by G. Sairaju, Secretary of the Temple Management Committee, along with Debaraj Patra, Bhagaban Mohanty, Surendra Kumar Mishra, the Dabugam Revenue Inspector, officials of the Dabugam Police Administration and the Fire Services Department.
Former Chacharaguda Sarpanch Dharmananda Nayak, former Dabugam Panchayat Samiti Chairman and former Zilla Parishad member Bainsidhar Majhi, Bhagirathi Majhi, Mohan Singh Gond, Narasingh Majhi, Trinath Gouda, Bhagaban Majhi, Rupu Bhatra, Uttam Pradhan, Jaya Majhi and Padam Majhi were also present.
During the meeting, participants discussed various arrangements, including crowd management, security and the smooth movement of devotees within the temple premises. It was decided that comprehensive measures would be taken in coordination with the concerned departments to maintain peace and order throughout the celebrations.
Different responsibilities were also assigned to the concerned members and officials to ensure the successful and peaceful observance of Kartika Purnima at the temple.