Jagannath Puri Yatra 2024 Udpate! Start Date, Timings, Rituals And President’s Visit
The Jagannath Rath Yatra, a major Indian festival, is about to begin soon. This yearly event is very important and many people look forward to it. Right now, the final preparations are being made. Jagannath Puri Yatra 2024 is expected to be a colourful and spiritual experience for everyone in Puri.
Thousands of people will come to see and take part in this special religious celebration. Jagannath Rath Yatra 2024 is extra special because President Droupadi Murmu will be attending the event. The organisers are making special arrangements for her visit.
The President’s office has announced that President Droupadi Murmu will be in Odisha from July 6 to 9. While there, she will join the Rath Yatra 2024 and attend other events too.
Excitement is being built nationwide, as the Jagannath Puri Yatra start date approaches. The devotees are making travel arrangements to reach Puri and take part in this Rath Yatra.
One of the main parts of the festival is pulling the chariots. This act has a deeper meaning—- it represents bringing God into your heart.
The Rath Yatra is a time when many people come together to celebrate their faith and culture. With the President joining in, it is sure to be a memorable event this year.
Jagannath Puri Yatra Start Date
The famous Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra is set to happen on Sunday, July 7, 2024, in alignment with the Hindu calendar tithi called “Dwitiya tithi” during the bright half of the month of Ashadha.
Jagannath Rath Yatra Timings
The Jagannath Puri Yatra 2024 will start early in the morning on Sunday. The Jagannath Rath Yatra timings will align with the special time period of the Hindu calendar(dwitiya tithi) and the event begins at 4:26 AM on July 7 and lasts until 4:49 PM on July 8.
Customs And Preparations Of Jagannath Puri Yatra 2024
Chariots Construction Of Jagannath Puri Yatra 2024
The Jagannath Rath Yatra is a grand festival that requires months of careful planning and preparation. It all starts with skilled craftsmen building three massive chariots, one each for Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra. These chariots are made new every year using special woods, with Lord Jagannath’s chariot being the largest.
A Unique Ritual Of Jagannath Puri Yatra 2024
About two weeks before the Jagannath Puri Yatra start date, important rituals begin. The most notable is the Snana Yatra, where the deities are bathed with water from 108 pots. After this, the gods are believed to fall ill and are kept in isolation for a period called “Anasara”.
During this period, the atmosphere of Puri comes alive with devotional songs and the energy of the crowd as the deities are brought out of the Jagannath Temple and placed on their respective chariots.
Grand Procession
The Jagannath Rath Yatra 2024 is a grand procession that moves from the Jagannath Temple to the Gundicha Temple, covering about 3 kilometres. This short distance becomes a long journey, often taking many hours to complete. The slow pace is due to the huge crowds and the tradition of devotees pulling the chariots with ropes.
Many people believe that it will wash away their sins and help them reach salvation. Despite the spiritual atmosphere, safety is a top priority. Hence, the organisers put lots of security measures in place to protect everyone involved in this massive event.
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