First Inventory of Jewels at Puri's Jagannath Temple in 48 Years
Inventory of jewels in inner chamber of Jagannath Temple in Puri begins after 48 years
The Hindu
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The inventory of valuables in the Bhitara Ratna Bhandar, the inner chamber of the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha, India, has begun after 48 years. A team including goldsmiths, Reserve Bank of India representatives, and temple priests is documenting the items using 3D mapping.
- 01First inventory since 1978
- 02Conducted by a team of goldsmiths and RBI representatives
- 0320 types of ornaments catalogued on the first day
- 04Items are being weighed and documented with 3D mapping
- 05Initiative led by the Odisha government
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The Odisha government has initiated the first inventory of valuables in the Bhitara Ratna Bhandar, the inner chamber of the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha, India, since 1978. A specialized team, including goldsmiths, representatives from the Reserve Bank of India, and temple priests, is cataloguing the items. On the first day, the team successfully documented 20 types of ornaments, weighing and recording each item with advanced 3D mapping technology. This inventory aims to ensure proper management and security of the temple's treasures.
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This inventory will enhance the management and security of the temple's valuable assets, potentially benefiting the local community and devotees.
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