How long is Ratha Yatra?
nine days
As per another ritual, when the deities are taken out from the Shri Mandir to the Chariots in Pahandi Vijay. In the Ratha Yatra, the three deities are taken from the Jagannath Temple in the chariots to the Gundicha Temple, where they stay for nine days.
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Which day is Ulta Rath Yatra?

Jagannath Rath Yatra is celebrated every year with great pomp and show. This festival is observed on the Shukla Paksha Dwitiya Tithi in the month of Aashadha. Jagannath Rath Yatra was celebrated in Odisha’s Puri, on Friday, 1st July 2022.
Is Ratha Yatra national holiday?
NoRatha Yatra / Public or Federal Holiday?
What is the purpose of Ratha Yatra?
Rathayatra, Hindu festival of India, observed by taking an image of a deity in a procession (yatra) through the streets in a chariot (ratha). This affords darshan (auspicious viewing) of the deity to worshippers who, because of caste or sectarian restrictions, are not admitted to the sanctuary.

Where is Mahesh Rath?
It is held in Mahesh, a historical locality within Serampore in the Indian state of West Bengal. It is a week-long festival and a grand fair is held at that time….Rathayatra of Mahesh.
Rathayatra of Mahesh মাহেশের রথযাত্রা | |
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Founded | 1396 |
Founded By | Kamalakar Pipilai |
Place | Serampore, West Bengal, India |
Height | 50 feet |
What is the date of Ulta Rath Yatra 2022?
Jul 1
Rath Yatra Observances
Year | Weekday | Date |
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2022 | Fri | Jul 1 |
2023 | Tue | Jun 20 |
2024 | Sun | Jul 7 |
2025 | Fri | Jun 27 |
What is the date of Bahuda Yatra 2021?
20 JUL 2021
LIVING TRADITION >> Calendar of festive occasion 2021-2022
Name of the Festival | Date | Weekday |
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Bahuda Yatra & Hari Sayana Ekadasi | 20 JUL 2021 | Tuesday |
Badatadhau Behsa (Sunabehsa) | 21 JUL 2021 | Wednesday |
Adharapana ritual on Ratha | 22 JUL 2021 | Thursday |
Niladri Bije | 23 JUL 2021 | Friday |
What is the Colour of Subhadra’s chariot?
The Chariots
Chariot Details | Jagannath | Subhadra |
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Colours of the canopies | Red, Yellow (yellow associated with Vishnu) | Red, Black (Black associated with the Goddess) |
Guardian | Garuda | Jayadurga |
Charioteer | Daruka | Arjuna |
Flag name | Trailokyamohini | Nadambika |
What is Pahandi BIJE?
According to ‘Dhadi Pahandi’ tradition, Shri Chakraraj Sudarshan is taken to the chariot first, followed by Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra and Lord Jagannatha. A wooden cross is fixed to their backs and thick silken ropes are tied around their heads and waists for this ceremonial procession.
Which day is Bahuda Jatra?
9th July 2022 (Saturday): Bahuda Yatra (The deities returns back to their home). 10th July 2022 (Sunday): Sunabesa (The deities stay on their respective chariots outside Jagannath Temple and deities are adorned with gold jewellery).