Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra: CJI led Bench hearing the case seeking cancellation of the Yatra this year. The #SupremeCourt observes that it is a serious issue given that a large congregation of people is expected to assemble.
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Supreme Court stops this year's Rath Yatra due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
CJI SA Bobde remarks: Lord Jagannath won't forgive us if we allow the Yatra.
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CJI SA Bobde remarks: Lord Jagannath won't forgive us if we allow the Yatra.
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While directing for no Rath Yatra to be held this year, Supreme Court noted that a procession of this magnitude cannot be permitted at a time of pandemic.
The order is passed in the interest of public health and welfare, SC observed.
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The order is passed in the interest of public health and welfare, SC observed.
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SG Tushar Mehta sought for some rituals to be allowed, albeit without any gathering.
Sr. Counsel Harish Salve for Odisha: The moment there is a festivity, people will gather.
CJI Bobde agreeing with Salve, "We have experience that anytime something is allowed, people gather"
Sr. Counsel Harish Salve for Odisha: The moment there is a festivity, people will gather.
CJI Bobde agreeing with Salve, "We have experience that anytime something is allowed, people gather"
[Breaking] "Lord Jagannath won't forgive us if we allow it", Supreme Court stays annual Rath Yatra in Puri due to COVID-19
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