Jagannath temple pulls 2026 calendars: Image shows deities in incorrect positions; triggers backlash
The Jagannath temple administration in Puri has apologized and halted the sale of 2026 calendars after depicting the sibling deities in incorrect positions on the Ratna Singhasan. The administration attributed the error to a century-old manuscript, stating there was no intent to offend religious sentiments. Political parties criticized the inaccuracies, which also extended to the depiction of Rath Yatra chariots
The Jagannath temple administration in Puri has apologized and halted the sale of 2026 calendars after depicting the sibling deities in incorrect positions on the Ratna Singhasan. The administration attributed the error to a century-old manuscript, stating there was no intent to offend religious sentiments. Political parties criticized the inaccuracies, which also extended to the depiction of Rath Yatra chariots
