Bhubaneswar, Jan 21: Puri Police have stepped up security and launched a detailed investigation after a bomb threat targeting the world-famous Jagannath Temple surfaced on social media.
According to reports, the threat was issued from a Facebook account named “Juli Rani Panda,” which claimed bombs would be hurled at the Jagannath Temple and Puri Grand Centre. The post also carried a threat of opening fire on Rajya Sabha MP Subhashish Khuntia, triggering panic across the town.
Speaking to the media, Puri Superintendent of Police Prateek Singh said a special team led by the City DSP has been formed to probe the matter. “We are examining the URL link and technical details of the suspicious social media account. The entire sequence of events will become clear by evening,” he said.
The SP further added that security has been significantly tightened at the Jagannath Temple. Bomb disposal squads are conducting thorough checks of both inner and outer premises, while the Special Security Force and Special Commandos have been deployed on high alert. Security has also been strengthened at key locations across Puri city, and additional protection has been provided to MP Subhashish Khuntia.
The threatening posts went viral, sparking fear among residents and devotees. Temple servitors have demanded swift action and urged police to identify and arrest the culprit at the earliest.
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