Odisha: Devi Subhadra’s chariot wheel develops cracks

Puri: Construction of chariots for Ratha Jatra is currently in full swing ahead of the annual Ratha Jatra on July 4, this year.

However, one of the wheels of Devi Subhadra’s chariot, Darpadalana has developed a crack in the process.

According to reports, out of the five tumbas (wooden blocks at the centre of a wheel in the chariot), one broke while being fitted onto the axle.

Therefore, the damaged part will be replaced with a new one.

Worth mentioning, the construction of chariots began on Akhaya Tritiya in FANI-ravaged Puri, that engages 75 carpenters, 70 assistants, 22 painters and 10 blacksmiths.

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