Temple Treasury Gets High-Tech Scanning: Jagannath Shrine Implements New SOP

The managing committee of the Jagannath temple in Puri has approved the standard operating procedure (SOP) for scanning the Ratna Bhandar with the latest scientific tools. This historic treasury was reopened after 46 years. The approval will be communicated to the state government, with additional proposals discussed in an emergency meeting.

The managing committee of the Jagannath temple in Puri has greenlit a standard operating procedure (SOP) to use advanced scientific tools for scanning the Ratna Bhandar, the treasury of the 12th-century shrine.

The Ratna Bhandar was reopened last month after 46 years for an inventory check and structural repairs. It has two chambers, inner and outer. There's speculation that more hidden chambers or tunnels may exist. To dispel these doubts, the committee approved a scientific scan before repair work begins.

Additionally, the SJMC approved moving empty cupboards and chests from the inner Ratna Bhandar before repairs. The managing committee's decisions will be conveyed to the state government.

(With inputs from agencies.)