Drone Spotted Over Shree Jagannath Temple Sparks Security Concerns
Puri: A drone was spotted hovering over the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri, raising serious security concerns at the centuries‑old shrine.
The device was seen moving from the Singhadwara area toward the Nilachakra, despite the temple being a strict no‑flying zone.
Devotees and servitors expressed alarm over repeated violations of aerial restrictions, urging the state government and police to tighten enforcement.
The incident was reported to the Singhadwara police station, which has initiated an inquiry to identify the operator and circumstances of the drone flight.
This latest breach has reignited debate over aerial surveillance and the need for stricter monitoring to safeguard one of Odisha’s most revered religious sites.
