With Rath Yatra, organisers unfold their Puja themes
The day of Rath Yatra is considered auspicious. This day also heralds the beginning of Durga Puja as many organisers indulge in Khunti Puja, planting the first pole for the puja pandal.
The day of Rath Yatra is considered auspicious. This day also heralds the beginning of Durga Puja as many organisers indulge in Khunti Puja, planting the first pole for the puja pandal.
The celebration commenced with the ceremonial placement of the deity's idol on the chariot, followed by the ritual where the path was swept with a golden broom.
The divine journey of Lord Jagannath which commenced 628 years back in Mahesh Serampore, took place once again today.
MLA Somnath Bharti also posted a few snippets from the ‘Rath Yatra’.
Power and youth services minister Aroop Biswas will inaugurate a 15-day residential workshop to identify budding jatra (open theatre) artists on 7 July, the day of Rath Yatra.
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.
