The Odisha State Law Commission has recommended amending the Sri Jagannath Temple Act to implement a stricter dress code at the historic Puri Jagannath Temple in Odisha, India. The proposal, currently under review by the state government, aims to prohibit women from entering the temple while wearing shirts and jeans or similar western attire. Instead, women aged 10 and older would be expected to dress in sarees, blouses, or salwar-kameez, while younger girls could wear frocks or gowns. Male devotees would still be permitted to wear traditional attire such as dhoti and kurta or formal shirts and trousers. This amendment seeks to provide legal backing to guidelines introduced in January 2024 that faced enforcement challenges due to the lack of statutory support. The temple administration emphasizes that the objective is to maintain the temple's sanctity and dignity. Similar dress codes have been implemented at various temples across India, reflecting a trend towards regulating attire in religious spaces. The recommendations are currently under consideration, with consultations ongoing before any formal changes are enacted.