Athagarh, Sept 28: The flood situation in Badamba area of Cuttack district has turned serious, with floodwater entering the famous Maa Bhattarika Temple following a rise in the Mahanadi water level. Water has entered the sanctum sanctorum of the temple. As a precautionary measure, the idol of Maa Bhattarika was shifted from the sanctum to the temple kitchen around 3 am on Saturday.
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Despite the difficult situation, the daily rituals and puja at the shrine are continuing without interruption. Priests are performing all rituals as per tradition at the temporary location. Meanwhile, Section 163 has been imposed at Baba Dhabaleswar shrine in Athagarh on the instructions of the Athagarh Sub-Collector, considering the prevailing flood situation.
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Entry of devotees and visitors into the temple premises has been completely restricted as a precautionary measure. In view of the rising water level in the Mahanadi and the possibility of further flooding, restrictions have also been imposed at several religious places and temples located along the riverbank in Cuttack district. The administration is closely monitoring the situation and has advised people to stay away from the riverbank and avoid visiting flood-affected areas.
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