Puri, March 28 -- Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi on Saturday visited the Shree Jagannath Temple at Puri, in Odisha, to seek the blessings of Lord Jagannath.

General Dwivedi expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to pray at the temple, saying his main aim was to seek divine blessings for the Indian Army and its families.

He added that the visit brought him peace and a sense of sanctity, and he hoped to return every year to offer his respects.

Speaking to the reporters, the Indian Army Chief said, "I am very grateful to have visited Puri today to receive the Lord's blessings. My main aim was to seek divine grace for the entire Indian Army squad and their families. Having offered my prayers, I am confident that th...