State Act

Shri Jagannath Temple Act, 1955.

6[21-B. Suspension pending inquiry :– The 2[Chief Administrator] may place any sevak, office holder or employee attached to the Temple under suspension :– (a) where a disciplinary proceeding against him is contemplated or is pending; or (b) where a case against 7[an office holder or employee attached to the Temple.] in respect of any criminal offence is under investigation, inquiry or trial 8[, or] 9[(c) where a Sevak is involved in any criminal offence committed inside the Temple premises or in connection with the affairs of the Temple.]