Rath Yatra (Puri)
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Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra ride three huge wooden chariots from the Jagannath temple in Puri to the Gundicha temple, pulled by lakhs of devotees.
FestivalEastern India
| Where | Puri (Odisha); Rath Yatras in many cities |
|---|---|
| When | Ashadha Shukla Dwitiya (June–July) |
| Next date | 5 July 2027 |
What people do
- Chhera Pahanra: the Gajapati king sweeps the chariots.
- The chariots are rebuilt every year from fresh wood.
Significance
The Lord comes out among the people, open to all.