{"id":2330,"date":"2026-06-10T12:47:46","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T07:17:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/?p=2330"},"modified":"2026-06-12T10:50:45","modified_gmt":"2026-06-12T05:20:45","slug":"rath-yatra-2026-date-history","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/","title":{"rendered":"Rath Yatra 2026: Jagannath Rath Yatra Date and History"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every year, millions of devotees eagerly wait for the sacred <strong>Jagannath Rath Yatra<\/strong>. It is one of the largest and most celebrated Hindu festivals in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The grand procession of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Goddess Subhadra attracts devotees from across India and abroad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this guide, you will learn about Rath Yatra 2026, important festival dates, the significance of the chariots, the mysteries of the Jagannath Temple and many fascinating facts connected to this ancient tradition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#Rath_Yatra_2026_Date\" >Rath Yatra 2026 Date<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#When_is_Rath_Yatra_2026\" >When is Rath Yatra 2026?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#Jagannath_Rath_Yatra_Why_Is_It_Celebrated\" >Jagannath Rath Yatra: Why Is It Celebrated?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#Rath_Yatra_2025_Date\" >Rath Yatra 2025 Date<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#Rath_Yatra_2027_Date\" >Rath Yatra 2027 Date<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#Rath_Yatra_2027_Date-2\" >Rath Yatra 2027 Date<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#Jagannath_Rath_Yatra_Why_Is_It_Celebrated-2\" >Jagannath Rath Yatra: Why Is It Celebrated?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#Ulto_Rath_Yatra_2026_Date\" >Ulto Rath Yatra 2026 Date<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#Ulta_Rath_Yatra_2026_Date\" >Ulta Rath Yatra 2026 Date<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#What_is_Bahuda_Yatra\" >What is Bahuda Yatra?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#Why_is_Ulta_Rath_Yatra_Important\" >Why is Ulta Rath Yatra Important?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#Special_Rituals_During_Bahuda_Yatra\" >Special Rituals During Bahuda Yatra<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#Puri_Jagannath_Rath_Yatra_The_Worlds_Most_Famous_Chariot_Festival\" >Puri Jagannath Rath Yatra: The World&#8217;s Most Famous Chariot Festival<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#Nandighosha\" >Nandighosha<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#Taladhwaja\" >Taladhwaja<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#Darpadalana\" >Darpadalana<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#The_Three_Chariots_and_Their_Spiritual_Meaning\" >The Three Chariots and Their Spiritual Meaning<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#Nandighosh_%E2%80%93_Lord_Jagannaths_Chariot\" >Nandighosh \u2013 Lord Jagannath&#8217;s Chariot<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#Taladhwaja_%E2%80%93_Lord_Balabhadras_Chariot\" >Taladhwaja \u2013 Lord Balabhadra&#8217;s Chariot<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#Darpadalana_%E2%80%93_Goddess_Subhadras_Chariot\" >Darpadalana \u2013 Goddess Subhadra&#8217;s Chariot<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#Jagannath_Puri_Temple_Mysteries\" >Jagannath Puri Temple Mysteries<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#The_Temple_Flag_Mystery\" >The Temple Flag Mystery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#The_Sudarshan_Chakra_Mystery\" >The Sudarshan Chakra Mystery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#The_Temple_Kitchen_Mystery\" >The Temple Kitchen Mystery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#The_Snan_Yatra_Fever_Tradition\" >The Snan Yatra Fever Tradition<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#Important_Rituals_Before_Rath_Yatra\" >Important Rituals Before Rath Yatra<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#Snan_Yatra\" >Snan Yatra<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#Anasara\" >Anasara<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#Nabajaubana_Darshan\" >Nabajaubana Darshan<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#Durga_Puja_Countdown_is_on_Live\" >Durga Puja Countdown is on Live<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/rath-yatra-2026-date-history\/#FAQ\" >FAQ:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rath_Yatra_2026_Date\"><\/span>Rath Yatra 2026 Date<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every year we celebrate this biggest festival in the country as well as whole world, specially for Puri, Digha and Iskcon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_Rath_Yatra_2026\"><\/span>When is Rath Yatra 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Jagannath Rath Yatra<\/strong> <strong>2026<\/strong> is on <strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-accent-color\">Thursday, 16th July, 2026<\/mark><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The festival marks the annual journey of Lord Jagannath from the main temple in Puri to the Gundicha Temple.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/rath-yatra-2026-1-1024x1024.webp\" alt=\"Rath Yatra 2026\" class=\"wp-image-2349\" srcset=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/rath-yatra-2026-1-1024x1024.webp 1024w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/rath-yatra-2026-1-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/rath-yatra-2026-1-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/rath-yatra-2026-1-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/rath-yatra-2026-1-96x96.webp 96w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/rath-yatra-2026-1.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rath Yatra<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thousands of devotees gather in Puri to witness this divine event and pull the giant wooden chariots through the streets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jagannath_Rath_Yatra_Why_Is_It_Celebrated\"><\/span>Jagannath Rath Yatra: Why Is It Celebrated?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jagannath Rath Yatra is not just a festival. It is a symbol of divine love and devotion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to tradition, Lord Jagannath travels from his main temple to the <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Gundicha_Temple\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gundicha Temple<\/a>, which is considered the home of his aunt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The journey represents the Lord coming out of the temple to bless everyone, regardless of caste, religion or social status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is one reason why Rath Yatra is often called the Festival of Equality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rath_Yatra_2025_Date\"><\/span>Rath Yatra 2025 Date<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For reference, Rath Yatra 2025 was celebrated on <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-accent-color\"><strong>Friday,<\/strong><\/mark> <strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-accent-color\">27th June, 2025<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The festival witnessed large gatherings of devotees and pilgrims from around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rath_Yatra_2027_Date\"><\/span>Rath Yatra 2027 Date<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Devotees planning future visits often look ahead to upcoming festival dates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rath_Yatra_2027_Date-2\"><\/span>Rath Yatra 2027 Date<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rath Yatra 2027 is expected to be celebrated on <strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-accent-color\">Monday, 5th July, 2027<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As always, devotees should verify the final date through the official Hindu calendar closer to the festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rath Yatra Dates for Upcoming Years<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many devotees plan their pilgrimage to Puri years in advance. Here are the upcoming Jagannath Rath Yatra dates:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Year<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Rath Yatra Date<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Day<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-accent-color\">2026<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">16 July 2026<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Thursday<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-accent-color\">2027<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">5 July 2027<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Monday<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-accent-color\">2028<\/mark><\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">24 June 2028<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Saturday<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jagannath Prabhu Mysterious story in Bengali &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/books\/details?id=wq3jEQAAQBAJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ebook<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jagannath_Rath_Yatra_Why_Is_It_Celebrated-2\"><\/span>Jagannath Rath Yatra: Why Is It Celebrated?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jagannath Rath Yatra is not just a festival. It is a symbol of divine love and devotion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to tradition, Lord Jagannath travels from his main temple to the Gundicha Temple, which is considered the home of his aunt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The journey represents the Lord coming out of the temple to bless everyone, regardless of caste, religion, or social status.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is one reason why Rath Yatra is often called the Festival of Equality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ulto_Rath_Yatra_2026_Date\"><\/span>Ulto Rath Yatra 2026 Date<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After spending several days at the Gundicha Temple, Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Goddess Subhadra begin their return journey to the main Jagannath Temple. This return procession is known as <strong>Ulta Rath Yatra<\/strong>, <strong>Ulto Rath<\/strong>, or <strong>Bahuda Yatra<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ulta_Rath_Yatra_2026_Date\"><\/span>Ulta Rath Yatra 2026 Date<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ulta Rath Yatra 2026 will be celebrated on <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-accent-color\">Thursday, 23rd July, 2026<\/mark>.<\/strong> During this sacred event, the three chariots travel back from the Gundicha Temple to the famous Jagannath Temple in Puri.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Bahuda_Yatra\"><\/span>What is Bahuda Yatra?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The word <strong>Bahuda<\/strong> means &#8220;return.&#8221; After the main Rath Yatra, the deities stay at the Gundicha Temple for several days. On the ninth day, they begin their journey back to the main temple. This return procession is called Bahuda Yatra or Ulta Rath Yatra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_Ulta_Rath_Yatra_Important\"><\/span>Why is Ulta Rath Yatra Important?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ulta Rath Yatra is considered just as sacred as the main Rath Yatra. Thousands of devotees gather along the Grand Road of Puri to witness the return of Lord Jagannath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many devotees believe that participating in both Rath Yatra and Ulta Rath Yatra brings divine blessings, peace, and spiritual fulfillment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Special_Rituals_During_Bahuda_Yatra\"><\/span>Special Rituals During Bahuda Yatra<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During the return journey, the chariots stop at the famous <strong>Mausima Temple<\/strong>, where Lord Jagannath is offered <strong>Poda Pitha<\/strong>, a traditional Odia delicacy made from rice, jaggery, coconut, and lentils. This ritual is one of the most loved traditions of the festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The period between these two festivals transforms Puri into a vibrant center of devotion, culture, and spirituality, attracting millions of pilgrims from around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Puri_Jagannath_Rath_Yatra_The_Worlds_Most_Famous_Chariot_Festival\"><\/span>Puri Jagannath Rath Yatra: The World&#8217;s Most Famous Chariot Festival<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Puri Jagannath Rath Yatra in Odisha is the original and most famous Rath Yatra celebration. The event attracts millions of visitors every year. Three massive chariots are built from fresh wood every year:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nandighosha\"><\/span>Nandighosha<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The chariot of Lord Jagannath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Taladhwaja\"><\/span>Taladhwaja<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The chariot of Lord Balabhadra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Darpadalana\"><\/span>Darpadalana<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The chariot of Goddess Subhadra. Each chariot has its own unique design, colors, and spiritual significance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Three_Chariots_and_Their_Spiritual_Meaning\"><\/span>The Three Chariots and Their Spiritual Meaning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nandighosh_%E2%80%93_Lord_Jagannaths_Chariot\"><\/span>Nandighosh \u2013 Lord Jagannath&#8217;s Chariot<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Nandighosha is the largest of the three chariots.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It has sixteen wheels and is decorated with red and yellow cloth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Devotees believe it symbolizes divine compassion and protection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-accent-color\">Lord Jagannath&#8217;s Chariot Specifications<\/mark><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Specification<\/th><th>Details<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Chariot Name<\/td><td>Nandighosha (also known as Garudadhwaja or Kapiladhwaja)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Deity<\/td><td>Lord Jagannath<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Number of Wheels<\/td><td>16<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Chariot Height<\/td><td>Approximately 45 feet (13.7 meters)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wheel Diameter<\/td><td>About 7 feet<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Main Colors<\/td><td>Red and Yellow<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Number of Wooden Components<\/td><td>Over 800 pieces<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Horses<\/td><td>4 White Horses<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Names of Horses<\/td><td>Shankha, Balahaka, Suweta, Haridashwa<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Charioteer<\/td><td>Daruka<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Guardian Deity<\/td><td>Garuda<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flag Name<\/td><td>Trailokyamohini<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Location During Festival<\/td><td>Pulled from Jagannath Temple to Gundicha Temple<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Rebuilt Every Year?<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Spiritual Meaning<\/td><td>Divine compassion, protection, and salvation<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Taladhwaja_%E2%80%93_Lord_Balabhadras_Chariot\"><\/span>Taladhwaja \u2013 Lord Balabhadra&#8217;s Chariot<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Taladhwaja represents strength, courage, and righteousness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It has fourteen wheels and is decorated in green and red colors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-accent-color\">Lord Balabhadra&#8217;s Chariot Specifications<\/mark><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Specification<\/th><th>Details<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Chariot Name<\/td><td>Taladhwaja<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Deity<\/td><td>Lord Balabhadra<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Number of Wheels<\/td><td>14<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Chariot Height<\/td><td>Approximately 44 feet (13.4 meters)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wheel Diameter<\/td><td>About 7 feet<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Main Colors<\/td><td>Red and Green<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Number of Wooden Components<\/td><td>Over 750 pieces<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Horses<\/td><td>4 Black Horses<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Names of Horses<\/td><td>Tribra, Ghora, Dirghasharma, Swarnanava<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Charioteer<\/td><td>Matali<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Guardian Deity<\/td><td>Vasudeva<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flag Name<\/td><td>Unnani<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Location During Festival<\/td><td>Pulled from Jagannath Temple to Gundicha Temple<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Rebuilt Every Year?<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Spiritual Meaning<\/td><td>Strength, righteousness, courage, and protection<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Position in Procession<\/td><td>First Chariot in the Rath Yatra Procession<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Darpadalana_%E2%80%93_Goddess_Subhadras_Chariot\"><\/span>Darpadalana \u2013 Goddess Subhadra&#8217;s Chariot<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Darpadalana symbolizes humility and inner peace.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It has twelve wheels and stands between the two larger chariots.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-accent-color\">Goddess Subhadra&#8217;s Chariot Specifications<\/mark><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Specification<\/th><th>Details<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Chariot Name<\/td><td>Darpadalana (also known as Devadalana or Padmadhwaja)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Deity<\/td><td>Goddess Subhadra<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Number of Wheels<\/td><td>12<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Chariot Height<\/td><td>Approximately 43 feet (13.1 meters)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Wheel Diameter<\/td><td>About 7 feet<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Main Colors<\/td><td>Red and Black<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Number of Wooden Components<\/td><td>Over 700 pieces<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Horses<\/td><td>4 Red Horses<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Names of Horses<\/td><td>Rochika, Mochika, Jita, Aparajita<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Charioteer<\/td><td>Arjuna<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Guardian Deity<\/td><td>Jayadurga<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flag Name<\/td><td>Nadambika<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Location During Festival<\/td><td>Pulled from Jagannath Temple to Gundicha Temple<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Rebuilt Every Year?<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Spiritual Meaning<\/td><td>Compassion, harmony, humility, and divine feminine energy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Position in Procession<\/td><td>Middle Chariot in the Rath Yatra Procession<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jagannath_Puri_Temple_Mysteries\"><\/span>Jagannath Puri Temple Mysteries<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Jagannath Temple is famous not only for its spiritual significance but also for its fascinating mysteries. Many devotees consider these mysteries as signs of divine power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Temple_Flag_Mystery\"><\/span>The Temple Flag Mystery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the most talked-about mysteries is the temple flag. According to popular belief, the flag appears to flutter against the direction of the wind. This phenomenon continues to amaze visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Sudarshan_Chakra_Mystery\"><\/span>The Sudarshan Chakra Mystery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/sudarshan-chakra-683x1024.webp\" alt=\"Sudarshan Chakra\" class=\"wp-image-2351\" srcset=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/sudarshan-chakra-683x1024.webp 683w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/sudarshan-chakra-200x300.webp 200w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/sudarshan-chakra-768x1152.webp 768w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/sudarshan-chakra-150x225.webp 150w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/sudarshan-chakra.webp 843w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sudarshan Chakra on temple<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Sudarshan Chakra sits at the top of the temple. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many visitors claim that wherever they stand around the temple, the chakra appears to face them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Temple_Kitchen_Mystery\"><\/span>The Temple Kitchen Mystery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Jagannath Temple kitchen is one of the largest temple kitchens in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thousands of meals are prepared daily. A popular belief says that when multiple cooking pots are stacked, the top pot cooks first.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"488\" src=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/puri-temple-kitchen-1024x488.webp\" alt=\"Temple Kitchen\" class=\"wp-image-2354\" srcset=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/puri-temple-kitchen-1024x488.webp 1024w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/puri-temple-kitchen-300x143.webp 300w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/puri-temple-kitchen-768x366.webp 768w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/puri-temple-kitchen-1536x732.webp 1536w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/puri-temple-kitchen-150x71.webp 150w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/puri-temple-kitchen.webp 1817w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Temple Kitchen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Snan_Yatra_Fever_Tradition\"><\/span>The Snan Yatra Fever Tradition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After the sacred Snana Yatra ritual, Lord Jagannath is believed to fall ill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The deities remain away from public view for several days. This period is known as Anasara. Devotees eagerly wait for the Lord&#8217;s return before Rath Yatra begins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Rituals_Before_Rath_Yatra\"><\/span>Important Rituals Before Rath Yatra<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Snan_Yatra\"><\/span>Snan Yatra<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The deities are bathed with sacred water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Anasara\"><\/span>Anasara<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The deities remain hidden from public view.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nabajaubana_Darshan\"><\/span>Nabajaubana Darshan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The deities reappear after their symbolic recovery. These rituals prepare devotees for the grand Rath Yatra celebration. Rath Yatra 2026 is much more than a religious festival. It is a celebration of devotion, culture, tradition, and spirituality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you are visiting Puri for the first time or watching from home, the Jagannath Rath Yatra offers a unique spiritual experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From the magnificent chariots to the fascinating Jagannath Puri Temple mysteries, every aspect of the festival carries deep meaning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">May Lord Jagannath bless everyone with peace, happiness, and prosperity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-accent-color\">Jai Jagannath!<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jagannath Prabhu&#8217;s mysterious story in Bengali &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/books\/details?id=wq3jEQAAQBAJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ebook<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"575\" height=\"920\" src=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Jagannath-Ojana-Oloukik-Rohoshyo.webp\" alt=\"Jagannath Maha Prabhu\" class=\"wp-image-2361\" srcset=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Jagannath-Ojana-Oloukik-Rohoshyo.webp 575w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Jagannath-Ojana-Oloukik-Rohoshyo-188x300.webp 188w, https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Jagannath-Ojana-Oloukik-Rohoshyo-150x240.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 575px) 100vw, 575px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jai Jagannath<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Durga_Puja_Countdown_is_on_Live\"><\/span>Durga Puja Countdown is on <a href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/\">Live<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/durgapujacountdown.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/DURGA-PUJA-COUNTDOWN.webp\" alt=\"Durga Puja Countdown\" \/>\n<\/a>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span>FAQ:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781075081453\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">Q. What is the Rath Yatra 2026 date?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Rath Yatra 2026 will be celebrated on 16th July 2026<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781075140712\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">Q. Why is the Jagannath Temple kitchen considered one of the largest temple kitchens in the world?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The Jagannath Temple kitchen in Puri is considered one of the largest temple kitchens because it prepares thousands of meals every day for devotees.<\/p>\n<p>Hundreds of cooks work together using traditional methods to prepare Mahaprasad, which is distributed to visitors throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781160884625\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">Q. How many meals are prepared daily in the Jagannath Temple kitchen?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Thousands of meals are prepared daily in the Jagannath Temple kitchen. During major festivals such as Rath Yatra, the number of meals increases significantly to serve the large influx of pilgrims and devotees.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781160910571\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">Q. What is Mahaprasad, and why is it special?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Mahaprasad is the sacred food first offered to Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra. 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