Bhadrak, Jan 13: The doors of Ghatagaon Tarini Temple will remain shut for the devotees on January 14 to avoid gatherings on the occasion of Makar Sankranti, announced the temple trust officials on Wednesday.

The decision has been taken in view of the anticipated rush of devotees to the scared shrine. However, daily rituals at the shrine will continue as usual.

Devotees can enter the temple on other days by strictly complying with the Covid-19 protocols issued by the State government. The use of masks by devotees has been made mandatory.