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  • Tuesday, 30 June 2026

Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra 2026: When is Jagannath Rath Yatra? Check correct date and significance

Jagannatha Puri's renowned Rath Yatra, or Chariot Festival, is set for July 16, 2026. This significant Hindu celebration honors Lord Jagannatha, an avatar of Vishnu. Devotees worldwide flock to Puri, Odisha, to witness the grand procession where deities' idols are pulled on massive chariots. The festival involves elaborate rituals including chariot construction, the Pahandi procession, and the deities' nine-day stay at Gundicha Temple before their return journey.

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