The Jagannath Rath Yatra, which is held annually during the month of Ashadha, has started today (June 27). This yatra is also known as the Chariot festival.
In the Rath Yatra, a massive number of devotees participate in Puri to seek the blessings of Lord Jagannath, a beautiful form of Lord Vishnu.
In this article, we will know the timings, traffic advisory, routes, and other details of Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra.
What is Rath Yatra?
During the Rath Yatra, the gods Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra are brought in a wooden chariots. To see the celebrations, millions of devotees travel to Puri.
It is celebrated on Dwitiya Tithi — the second day of the (Shukla Paksha) of the lunar month.
Jagannath Rath Yatra 2025: Date and Time
Date: June 27, Friday
Dwitiya Tithi Begins – June 26, 2025 – 01:24 PM
Dwitiya Tithi Ends – June 27, 2025 – 11:19 AM
Ritual timings as below:
Mangala Alati – 6 AM
Mailam – 6.10 AM
Tadapa Lagi – 6.30 AM
Rosha Homa – 6.30 AM
Abakasha – 7 AM
Surya Puja (Sun Puja) – 7.10 AM
Dwarapal Puja – 7.30 AM
Besha Sesha – 7.30 AM
Gopala Ballabha & Sakala Puja (Khichdi Bhog) – 8 AM to 9 AM
Rath Pratistha – 9 AM
Mangalarpana – 9.15 AM
Pahandi Begins – 9.30 AM
Pahandi Ends – 12.30 AM
Shree Shree Madana Mohana, Shree Shree Rama & Shree Shree Krushna Bije – 12.30 M – 1 PM
Chita Lagi – 1.30 PM – 2 PM
Besha Sesha – 1.30 PM – 2.30 PM
Chhera Panhara – 2.30 PM – 3.30 PM
Charamala Phita (Untie Charamala), Tying (installation) of Ghoda (Horse) & Sarathi on the Rathas (chariots) – 4 PM
Pulling of Ratha Begins – 4 PM
Routes and traffic advisory
For Tourist and Regular Buses
From Bhubaneswar: Buses will be allowed up to Malatipatapur Parking and must exit the same way.
From Brahmagiri: Can go till Flourish India Parking, with return via the same route.
From Konark: Allowed up to Swami Narayan Temple Parking, return along the same path.
Additional Bus Routes to Talabania Bus Stand:
From Bhubaneswar: Via Malatipatapur ROB, exit through Balighat–Samangara–Batagaon.
From Konark: Via Balighai–Baidas Nagar, return same way.
From Brahmagiri: Through Mangalaghat–Batagaon–Malatipatapur ROB–Baidas Nagar, return via Balighat–Samangara–Batagaon.
Two-Wheelers
From Bhubaneswar/Brahmagiri: Old JBPC → Matitota
From Konark: Up to Blue Flag Beach/Hotel Neelachal Ashok
Three-Wheelers
Shuttle services from Talabania, Malatipatapur, and Brahmagiri to designated drop zones. Must return along the same route
Happy Jagannath Rath Yatra Wishes 2025
- Wishing you a joyous and blessed Jagannath Rath Yatra 2025! May Lord Jagannath’s divine blessings bring peace, prosperity, and happiness to your life. Jai Jagannath!
- May the sacred chariots of Lord Jagannath inspire you with devotion, strength, and hope. Happy Jagannath Rath Yatra 2025 to you and your family!
- On this auspicious occasion of Jagannath Rath Yatra, may your life be filled with divine light and endless joy. Have a blessed festival!
- Sending you heartfelt wishes on Jagannath Rath Yatra 2025. May Lord Jagannath’s grace guide you towards a path of love, faith, and success.
Meanwhile, the 148th Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath rolled out on the streets of Ahmedabad on Friday, blending deep-rooted tradition with cutting-edge security arrangements.
With inputs from agencies
