Rath Yatra 2025: The chariot festival, also called the Ratha Yatra takes place every year in either June or July, mostly July. Due to its international recognition, this festival also draws visitors from other countries. The Ratha Yatra celebration primarily signifies integration and equivalency. It is an excellent chance for people to see the heavenly being. On the day of the event three deities are worshipped. Included in this group are lord Jagannath, lord Balabhadra, lord Jagannath’s older brother and lord Jagannath sister Subhadra.
To allow everyone to seek blessings, the deities will be brought to Puri’s Streets. Every God has a chariot. Lord Jagannath chariot has 18 wheels, while lord balabhadras has 16. And similarly subhadra’s chariot has 14 wheels. The nation’s holiest place for Rathyatra id considered to be the Jagannath Temple.
Date of Rath Yatra 2025
The four rituals of Ratha Yatra is scheduled for Friday, June 27, in Puri, Odisha, according to Drik Panchang. According to the Hindu calendar, the yearly festivals are held on the second day of Shukla paksha in the month of Ashada.
- On June 26, Dwitiya Tithi starts at 1:24 PM
- On June 27, Dwitiya Tithi ends at 11:19 AM
Every year, lord Jagannath, lord Balabhadra, lord Jagannath’s older brother and lord Jagannath sister Devi Subhadra are worshipped in the jagannath temple, one of the four hindu pilgrimage sites in Char Dham. According to the holy Skanda Purana, Shree Hari, the supreme lord of the universe is said to accomplish his heavenly vow by riding his chariot to Gundicha temple
Why is the Ratha Yatra celebrated?
Puri a prominent city in Odisha, is where the Ratha Yatra is celebrated in its biggest form. Puri is the prime location for the celebration. Jagannath ot lord Krishna wishes to travel to Mathura where he was born. Every year the people in Puri plan this festival to satisfy his wish. Additionally devotees think that if they participate in this event with joy they would be released from the cycle of birth and death. This event is also observed by the Muslims.
Puri Rath Yatra 2025: The significance of the rituals
In the Chhera Pahanra rite, the King of Puri wipes the chariots, signifying equality before God. In order to demonstrate their devotion and spiritual ties, devotees drag the massive wooden chariots through the streets. Is celebration encourages love harmony and spiritual development among the followers while commemorating the God’s glorious trip.
Origins and Cultural Significance of the Rath Yatra
The festival of chariots or Rath Yatra, is a significant event in Puri, Odisha. Dedicated to lord Jagannath and his siblings. This cultural festival first begin in the 12th century. In order to represent their visit to their aunt’s home, the celebration centres on these god’s journey from their temple to another Temple. People from all walks of life came together to demonstrate their commitment and it turned into a celebration. You celebration celebrates ethnic Pride, unity, and love for the gods.
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