---The Jagannath Temple in Puri holds a significant place as one of India's four holy dhams. It is characterized by:

• Location: Puri, Odisha. Also called Yamanika Tirtha (nullifies Yama's power).
• Deity: Dedicated to Lord Jagannath (Vishnu form), with wooden idols of Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra.
• History: Built by King Anantavarman Deva (Eastern Ganga Dynasty, 12th century).
• Cultural Significance:
  • Part of Char Dham (Badrinath, Dwarka, Puri, Rameswaram).
  • Rath Yatra: Annual chariot festival (deities moved 2.5 km to Queen Gundicha Temple for 9 days).
• Architecture:
  • Known as "White Pagoda" (vs. Konark's sun temple "Black Pagoda").
• 2025 Controversy:
  • West Bengal inaugurated Jagannath Dham (replica temple) in Digha (April 30, 2025).
  • Sparked federal tension – Odisha CM called it "scriptural violation"; WB CM joined Puri Rath Yatra to ease friction.