Puri, Nov 26: The Gundicha Temple will reopen for public darshan from December 1, after being closed for several years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. All necessary arrangements for devotees have been made, and the temple administration will oversee the management directly, with no external agency involved.

Unauthorized structures around the temple premises have been removed, and the administration has made all required arrangements to ensure a smooth darshan experience. Puri Collector Dibya Jyoti Parida confirmed that the temple management is fully prepared to welcome devotees.