Odisha: 12-day Rath Yatra concludes as deities return to Srimandir in Niladri Bije
With the completion of the Niladri Bije ritual, the twelve-day-long annual sojourn of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra came to an end on Saturday.
With the completion of the Niladri Bije ritual, the twelve-day-long annual sojourn of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra came to an end on Saturday.
The Rath Yatra in Ahmedabad took a tragic turn as an unfortunate incident occurred during the procession in the Dariyapur area, resulting in the loss of one life and leaving several injured.
The grand ceremony of pulling the three majestic and colourfully decorated chariots on the "Bada Danda", the grand avenue, in front of the 'Shree Mandir' is scheduled to commence on Tuesday noon.
Earlier today, Union Home Minsiter Amit Shah who is on a day-long visit to Gujarat, took part in the 'Mangla Aarti' (part of worship) at Jagannath temple in the Jamalpur area.
The Mahesh Serampore Rath Yatra follows a similar tradition of Puri temple in Odisha. They are once again resumed its journey.
The Home Minister recounted how people would fear riots during Rath Yatra under Congress rule in the state.
The spiritual fervor, passionate faith in divinity at the abode of Lord Jagannath was all palpable in the temple town
“I convey my heartiest greetings and good wishes to the people of our country on the auspicious occasion of Rath Yatra," Naidu said.
The Union Ministry of Railways has decided to run 205 Special Trains to and from Puri during Rath Yatra (Car Festival) period for smooth travel and convenience of the pilgrims.
The most popular Rath Yatras in the city, they celebrated at Swabhumi near Phoolbagan for the nine-day stay of lord Jagannath at his maternal aunt’s place.
