Cuttack: A status report regarding the ongoing repair work of the Natamandap of the Jagannath Temple in Puri was submitted to the Orissa High Court on Monday.
Amicus curiae N K Mohanty the status report in the High Court regarding the restoration work of Natamandap (Dancing Hall) in the 12th century shrine.
According to sources, the amicus curiae informed the HC that a meeting has been scheduled between December 19 and 21. A detailed discussion on the beam design in the meeting. Finalisation of the future course of action will also be done.
As per information, some works have already been undertaken as part of the restoration measures. These include the dismantling of the decorative wooden framed ceiling of the central column area which has been stored in the SJT Museum of the temple complex.
This apart, the de-plastering of the corbel stone members in the four directions with joint sealing of the de-plastering has been done, sources said.
The next hearing on the matter in the court is scheduled to be held on January 18, 2024.
Notably, a meeting was held in November ahead of the start of the restoration works of the Natamandap following the direction issued by the High Court.
A No Objection Certificate (NOC) was also given to the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to start restoration work.
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