‘Suna Besha’ rush chokes roads to Puri: Parking lots exhausted; DGP, top cops monitor emergency traffic measures

Puri experienced an overwhelming surge of devotees and tourists for the Suna Besha ceremony, leading to severe traffic congestion. Parking facilities reached capacity early, with over 15,000 vehicles entering the city, causing significant delays on major routes. Police implemented emergency traffic measures and sought alternative parking solutions to manage the unprecedented crowds and ensure devotee safety during the sacred event.