Rath Yatra is not just a religious event, but it is a fair of faith and culture. Pulling the rope of Rath is considered auspicious.
Mahaprasad is not considered an ordinary prasad, but it is a direct blessing of God, which purifies not only the body but also the soul.
Stampede Near Jagannath Temple Kills 3; Puri Collector, SP Transferred in Administrative Overhaul.
The accident happened when three chariots carrying the idols of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Goddess Subhadra were near the Sri Gundicha temple
The event saw thousands of enthusiastic devotees—including many from abroad—chanting “Joy Jagannath”.
The Rath Yatra is carried out every year with great reverence and gaiety, in which thousands of devotees participate.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also extended his warm wishes to the people on the sacred occasion of Lord Jagannath’s Rath Yatra.
The nine-day celebration kicks off tomorrow on Friday with Rath Yatra and will conclude with Niladri Bijay on 5 July.
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