Bhubaneswar, April 19 -- The inventory process of the Ratna Bhandar at Srimandir completed its ninth day on Saturday. Officials confirmed that the enumeration carried out so far is fully consistent with historical records.

The development marks a significant stage in the ongoing exercise. Authorities indicated that the next phase will resume after a brief pause aligned with temple rituals.

Officials said the next phase of the inventory is expected to begin during the Bhitara Chandan Yatra, on or after May 11, following the conclusion of the Bahara Chandan Yatra.

A total of 57 hours and 8 minutes of counting was completed over nine days. The process, which began on March 25, will now pause before resuming in the next phase.

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