Odisha Development Commissioner Arabinda Padhee has written to the Jaipur Collector seeking intervention against a proposed Rath Yatra celebration in Jaipur on August 16. Padhee said the proposed celebration is contrary to the established traditions and scriptural prescriptions associated with Lord Jagannath. Arabinda Padhee writes to Jaipur CollectorPadhee urged the district administration to take appropriate steps to stop the proposed celebration scheduled for August 16. The letter reportedly highlights the importance of following the established customs and scriptural traditions associated with Lord Jagannath and the Rath Yatra. Rath Yatra traditions under focusThe Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath is one of Odisha’s most important religious festivals.