Jagannath Puri Temple: Underground Tunnels, Brahma Padartha & Hidden History | Surya Roy | OTR #04

RATHA YATRA SPECIAL 2026 || JAGANNATH PURI TEMPLE In this exclusive podcast, historian and Researcher Surya Sarathi Roy shares insights from 18 years of research on Jagannath Puri, exploring the temple's history, archaeology, architecture, and spiritual significance. We discuss the mystery of the Brahma Padartha, the science and traditions behind Jagannath Mahaprasad, the debate around underground tunnels, heritage destruction, ancient temple networks, and the fascinating evolution of Lord Jagannath's worship. This conversation goes beyond myths and viral claims, examining evidence, historical records, archaeological findings, and centuries-old traditions to understand one of India's greatest civilizational landmarks. If you're interested in Jagannath Puri Temple, Hindu history, Sanatan Dharma, archaeology, Indian temples, Rath Yatra, Brahma Padartha, ancient India, Odisha history, hidden mysteries, and cultural heritage, this episode is for you. Watch till the end and share your thoughts in the comments—what do you think is the greatest mystery of Jagannath Puri? Follow me here 👇👇 Instagram: instagram.com/upmanyusays Twitter: twitter.com/sachinupmanyuu Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/sachinupmanyu Timestamps: 00:00 - Preview: Jagannath Puri's Biggest Mysteries 02:08 - Who Is Lord Jagannath? The Untold Origin 05:39 - Underground Tunnels Beneath Jagannath Temple? 13:00 - Has Jagannath Puri Lost Its Ancient Heritage? 21:05 - Birds, Mahaprasad & Unexplained Mysteries 24:33 - Why Did a Shiva Devotee Build Jagannath Temple? 36:14 - The Forgotten Warriors Who Protected Jagannath 40:36 - Brahma Padartha: Jagannath's Greatest Secret 46:05 - Neel Madhav & The Real Origin of Jagannath 52:12 - Invasions & The Truth About Kalapahad 57:10 - How Jagannath Was Saved From the Invaders 1:03:10 - The Unsung Heroes Who Protected Jagannath 1:05:28 - What Is Inside the Ratna Bhandar? 1:09:20 - The Story Behind Rath Yatra & Final Thoughts Jai Hind, Jai Bharat!!! 🇮🇳🇮🇳