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Odisha to Bengal: Stop calling Digha temple Jagannath Dham

Odisha government plans to request West Bengal to stop referring to the Digha temple as "Jagannath Dham," sparking political disputes. Allegations of using Puri temple wood for Digha idols are under investigation, while craftsmen dismiss the claims. Opposition parties criticize the BJP for its handling of the sensitive issue, emphasizing the emotional connection of Odias to Jagannath culture.

Debabrata Mohapatra is an Assistant Editor at The Times of India, Bhubaneswar. He had been writing for TOI from Puri since 2006 before joining the Bhubaneswar bureau in August 2010. He covers crime, law & order and Congress.

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