Jagannath Rathyatra
July 15, 2026
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Jagannath Rathyatra is the grand chariot festival of Lord Jagannath, celebrated with immense devotion in Puri, where the deities Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra are taken out in massive chariots, symbolizing their journey to the Gundicha Temple.
Significance
Jagannath Rathyatra is the grand chariot festival of Lord Jagannath, celebrated with immense devotion in Puri, where the deities Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra are taken out in massive chariots, symbolizing their journey to the Gundicha Temple.
Rituals
- Clean the house and decorate it with flowers and colorful rangoli.
- Prepare the chariot replicas or decorate the main chariot if participating in a local procession.
- Gather family and friends for a collective prayer session to Lord Jagannath.
- Offer traditional sweets and fruits to the deities.
- Participate in the procession, pulling the chariot with devotion.
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