What is Rath Yatra?

Rath Yatra

Rath Yatra (sometimes Ratha Yatra or Jagannatha Puri Ratha Yatra) is a large annual festival originating in the city of Puri. It is usually known under the name « Jagannatha Puri Ratha Yatra » or « Ratha Yatra ». On that day, the majority of the society begins worshiping Lord Jagannath around the famous Jagannath Temple.

When is Rath Yatra?

Dates of Rath Yatra
YearWeekdayDate
2024 Sunday7th Jul
2023 Tuesday20th Jun
2022 Friday1st Jul
2021 Monday12th Jul
2020 Tuesday23rd Jun
2019 Thursday4th Jul
2018 Saturday14th Jul
2017 Sunday25th Jun
2016 Wednesday6th Jul
2015 Saturday18th Jul
Duration
1 Day

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