How to go to Shri Jagannath Rath Yatra? Know the complete information of the entire Rath Yatra
jagannath puri rath yatra mein kaise jaen: Sri Jagannath Rath Yatra is a unique and supernatural feeling in the religious and cultural traditions of India. Every year, this journey, which is held in Puri city of Odisha, attracts devotees and tourists from not only India, but from all over the world. Lord Shri Jagannath, his elder brother Balabhadra and sister Subhadra are seated in huge chariots and taken from the temple to Gundicha temple with gazelle. This journey is going to be even more grand in 2025, because every year its faith and grandeur are seen to be increased. In this article, we will tell you how to go to Shri Jagannath Rath Yatra, what to prepare, what is the whole process of travel and what should be taken special care of.
Date and importance of Rath Yatra 2025
Shri Jagannath Rath Yatra 2025 will be organized on 27 June 2025. This yatra leaves on Ashada Shukla Dwitiya Tithi and according to religious belief, Lord Jagannath goes out on his chariot to give darshan to his devotees on this day. This is a festival in which God himself comes out of the temple and joins the public. This is why it is also called ‘Gods on Wheels’.
How to go to Puri to join the Rath Yatra?
Puri is a major pilgrimage site of Odisha and millions of devotees arrive here at the time of Rath Yatra. If you are planning to participate in the Rath Yatra in 2025, then it is important to know how to reach there:
air shaft: The nearest airport is Bhubaneswar (Biju Patnaik Airport), which is about 60 km from Puri. Direct flights are available from major cities of the country.
railroad track: Puri railway station is directly connected to different parts of the country. Especially during the Rath Yatra, IRCTC also runs special trains. It would be prudent to get reservation done 2-3 months before the journey.
Roadways: Regular bus services run from Bhubaneswar, Cuttack and other cities. The Odisha Tourism Department also runs a special shuttle service, providing security and facilities.
Full program and phase of chariot journey
The Rath Yatra is not only one day, but the entire process lasts for about 9 days. Know its order:
First day: Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra are seated on their chariots and are taken from Srimandir to Gundicha temple.
Rest in Gundicha Temple: God rests here for 7 days.
Multi travel: On the 8th day, he returns to Shrimandir.
Wonder: God wears royal clothes on the chariot, this scene is very grand.
Neeladri biju: Finally God enter his sanctum sanctorum.
Necessary preparations and precautions for traveling
Puri is very crowded during the Rath Yatra, so passengers should take care of some important things:
- Book in advance of housing: Hotels, Dharamshalas and Ashram Rath in Puri are full 2-3 months before the journey. So get booked early.
- Move light and comfortable items: Keeping in mind the rainy season, take care of umbrellas, raincoats, sandals and medicines.
- Food and water system: Free bhandaras also run during the Rath Yatra, but keep bottled water and light food yourself.
- Take care of safety: Place Valuables in a safe place in the crowd and do not separate from your group.
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