Faith Overcomes Fear: A Cancer Patient's Final Plea in Puri
Faith frequently emerges as the final resort when human efforts fail to provide a solution. A heart-wrenching scene on Puri's Grand Road highlighted this timeless truth today. Bhagirathi Hota, a resident of the Dhushuri area in Bhadrak, has turned to spiritual surrender after exhausting his medical options. He is currently fighting a desperate battle against an advanced stage of blood cancer.
Medical experts have offered little hope for his survival after extensive clinical attempts. Bhagirathi has already endured twenty-six chemotherapy sessions and spent a fortune on hospital bills across Cuttack and Bhubaneswar. Yet, his determination remains completely unbroken by his physical pain. He undertook an arduous spiritual journey today along the Grand Road.
Bhagirathi performed 'Danda Pranam' by lying flat on the ground repeatedly, moving from the Gundicha Temple toward the Srimandir. He held a coconut in his hand as a symbol of his offering. His wife, Arati Hota, walked faithfully beside him during this grueling act of devotion. This sight adds to a series of recent events where helpless relatives have sought divine intervention for their loved ones in Puri.
Bhagirathi, who has served as a priest for many years, has placed his life completely in the hands of Lord Jagannath. He stated that he accepts whatever fate the deity decides. He is ready to recover by divine will or breathe his last in this holy place.
