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Thesacred city of Puri is abuzz with excitement as the annual Rath Yatra celebration approaches. With only one day till the major event, devotees all over the world are looking forward to seeing Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra in their majestic procession. Meanwhile, the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) has announced a full schedule of Rath Yatra rites that highlight the festival’s grandeur and spiritual significance.
A glimpse into the rituals.
The Rath Yatra, which is slated for June 27, promises to be a stunning event filled with traditions that will captivate the hearts of millions. Here’s a look at the schedule:
- Mangala Alati: 6 am
- Mailam: 6.10 am
- Tadapa Lagi: 6.30 am
- Rosha Homa: 6.30 am
- Abakasha: 7 am
- Surya Puja: 7.10 am
- Dwarapala Puja: 7.30 am
- Besha Sesha: 7.30 am
- Gopala Ballabha and Sakala Dhupa (Khecudi Bhoga): 8 am to 9 am
- Rath Pratistha: 9 am
- Mangalarpana: 9. 15 am
- Pahandi begins: 9.30 am
- Pahandi ends: 12.30 pm
- Sri Madanmohan, Sri Ram, Sri Krushna Bije: 12.30 pm to 1 pm
- Chitalagi: 1.30 pm to 2 pm
- Besha Sesa: 1.30 pm to 2.30 pm
- Chhera Pahanra: 2.30 pm tp 3.30 pm
- Charamalaphita, installation of Ghoda, Sarathi: 4 pm
- Chariot pulling: 4 pm
