Bhubaneswar: The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration(SJTA) has officially launched its annual Srimandir Calendar for the upcoming English New Year 2026.
Following a sacred tradition, the calendar was first sanctified at the lotus feet of Mahaprabhu in Puri before being formally released today in Bhubaneswar by the Chief Minister of Odisha, Shri Mohan Charan Majhi.
The unveiling ceremony was graced by Principal Secretary, Department of Law, Shri Pabitra Mohan Samal, and Chief Administrator of the SJTA, Dr. Arbinda Kumar Padhee.
Other notable attendees included Puri District Magistrate Dibya Jyoti Parida, Superintendent of Police Shri Prateek Singh, and other officers and staff members of the Temple Administration.
This edition of the calendar is designed to be a spiritual keepsake for followers of the Sanatana Tradition. It features a stunning collection of paintings, intricate engravings, and sand art depicting the diverse and divine forms of Lord Jagannatha. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, the calendar serves as an essential guide for devotees, documenting the timings of rituals and the schedule of festivals to be observed throughout the year.
During the event, Chief Administrator Dr. Padhee, an ardent devotee of Lord Jagannatha has extended his heartfelt greetings to the global community of devotees for the New Year. He expressed his prayers for the well-being and prosperity of all, seeking the divine blessings of the Lord of the Universe.
The Shrimandir 2026 calendar is now available for purchase. Devotees can acquire their copies at the office of Shrimandir Administration and Information Centers located in Puri and Bhubaneswar.