Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is set to establish a digital library in Puri to preserve the rich heritage of Shree Jagannath Temple.
This initiative aims to provide digital access to devotees and researchers, showcasing the temple’s timeless legacy. The digital library will house rare temple records, rituals, sacred Madala Panji, palm-leaf manuscripts, and other historical documents.
Christened as Gyana Yagnya Mandap, the library will be located at the site of the old Raghunandan Library in the holy town of Puri. It will also feature a research centre, as announced by Law Minister Prithiviraj Harichandan. This initiative aims to preserve and showcase the rich cultural and historical heritage of the region, providing a valuable resource for researchers and scholars.
The library will digitally preserve centuries-old records, making them accessible to a global audience. Devotees and researchers will benefit from this initiative, gaining access to valuable resources. Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan announced the plan, highlighting the government’s efforts to safeguard the temple’s heritage.
