Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Tag: LordJagannath

Puri Rath Yatra 2025: Sacred ‘Pahandi’ Ritual Begins as Lakhs Gather in Devotion

The sacred ‘Pahandi’ ritual of the annual Rath Yatra began in Puri on June 27, 2025, as Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra were ceremoniously brought out of the 12th-century temple and placed onto their respective chariots. Amid devotional chants and vibrant performances, lakhs of devotees gathered along the Grand Road to witness the divine procession. The chariot pulling is scheduled to begin at 4 PM following the royal ‘Chherapahanra’ ritual by Gajapati Dibyasingha Deb. Tight security measures, including AI-powered surveillance, have been put in place to ensure the smooth conduct of the festival.