Bhubaneswar: Early this morning, at the revered Ekamra Kshetra, a wave of profound emotion swept through the sacred precincts of the Lord Shri Shri Lingaraj Temple. At precisely 8:00 AM, a special prayer and elaborate ritual were fervently offered to the divine deity, seeking the speedy recovery and robust health of Odisha’s beloved leader, Naveen Patnaik.
With heavy hearts and unwavering faith, leaders and workers of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), spearheaded by senior vice president Debi Prasad Mishra, gathered to collectively voice the heartfelt wishes of 4.5 crore Odias. The air was thick with devotion as ancient hymns resonated through the temple, each chant a sincere plea for the well-being of a leader who has dedicated his life to the service of his people.
“Naveen Babu is not just a chief minister; he is the patriarch of our Odia family,” expressed a tearful BJD worker, her voice choked with emotion. “His health is paramount to us all. We believe in the power of Lord Lingaraj, and we pray for his swift return to full strength.”
The collective outpouring of emotion at the temple today was a poignant testament to the deep bond shared between Naveen Patnaik and the people of Odisha. As the rituals concluded, a sense of quiet hope filled the temple grounds, a silent promise that the prayers offered from the heart of Ekamra Kshetra would usher in a period of healing and renewed vitality for their cherished leader.