Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar visited the Jagannath Temple in Puri and the Sun Temple in Konark, Odisha. He described Booth Level Officers (BLOs) as "pillars of the election process" and expressed his desire to understand Odisha's rich culture and traditions. Kumar highlighted the spiritual and architectural significance of the Jagannath Temple and the historical importance of the Konark Sun Temple, calling them symbols of India's heritage and ancient prosperity.