Bhubaneswar, July 10 -- Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday directed officials to ensure foolproof security and seamless inter-departmental coordination for the July 16 Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath in Puri, stressing that meticulous planning and effective communication are essential for the smooth conduct of the world-famous festival.
Chairing a high-level review meeting at Lok Seva Bhawan, Majhi reviewed preparations relating to security, crowd management, traffic regulation, women's safety, surveillance of suspicious persons and substance abusers, emergency evacuation, fire services, food and drinking water quality, and contingency plans for adverse weather.
Emphasising the need for the timely conduct of rituals and the s...