The Jagannath Temple in Digha, West Bengal is a new Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Jagannath, his brother Balabhadra and sister Subhadra. Located in the coastal town of Digha in East Medinipur district, the temple was officially opened for darshan on April 30, 2025 on the auspicious day of Akshaya Tritiya. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and other dignitaries attended the inauguration ceremony.
Architecture of Jagannath Temple Digha
The Jagannath Temple located in Digha is built in the traditional Kalinga architectural style, the temple is constructed using pink sandstone obtained from Rajasthan. It has a 65-metre-high vimana (sanctum tower) and includes major architectural elements such as the Singhadwara (lion gate), Byaghradwara (tiger gate), Hastidwara (elephant gate) and Ashwadwara (horse gate), reflecting the design of the original Jagannath temple in Puri, Odisha. This temple is inspired by the grandeur and sanctity of the Puri Jagannath Dham.
The temple complex is spread over 20 acres and houses several structures. Main sanctum: Houses the deities of Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra. Goddess Lakshmi's temple: Dedicated to the goddess of wealth. Bhogshala: A separate hall for preparing sacred offerings. Nat Mandir: A hall for dance and cultural performances.
Since its inauguration, the temple has attracted a large number of devotees, with over 20 lakh visitors and donations worth over Rs 10 lakh within the first two weeks.
Jagannath Temple Digha Darshan Timings:
The Jagannath Temple at Digha is open for the entire week and the darshan timings are from 5:30 am to 9 pm.
Major Festivals of Jagannath Temple Digha:
The Jagannath Temple in Digha is also planning to host the annual Rath Yatra similar to the one held in Puri.
How to reach Digha Jagannath Temple?
Digha is very well connected to other cities. New Digha is about 2 km from Digha Railway Station. It is easily accessible by road and rail, making it a convenient destination for pilgrims and tourists.
Here are a few things to consider before visiting the Jagannath Temple at Digha:
Dress code: Modest attire is recommended for visitors.
Photography: Allowed in designated areas; check with temple authorities for restrictions.
5:30 AM - 9 PM
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