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Ratha Yatra
Chariot FestivalFeatured Celebration
Ratha Yatraରଥଯାତ୍ରା
July 16, 2026July 24, 2026Celebrated 58 days ago

About the Festival

Odia Culture · ଓଡ଼ିଶା ସଂସ୍କୃତି

Ratha Yatra is a colossal 9-day Hindu festival where the deities Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra leave their sanctum to travel in massive wooden chariots. This ceremonial journey is one of the world's oldest and largest annual public processions, drawing over a million devotees to the holy city of Puri, Odisha.

Cultural Significance (Category: Chariot Festival)

Regional festivals are deeply tied to specific districts or communities, highlighting localized agricultural, tribal, or folk traditions. They reflect the diverse regional tapestry of the state.

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Celebration Timeline

Jul
16Thu
Starts
9 days
Jul
24Fri
Ends
Start Date:July 16, 2026
End Date:July 24, 2026
Total Duration:9 Days
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