🪔 About The Start of the Jagannath Rath Yatra

One of the most auspicious festivals of the year, the chariot procession at Jagannath Temple in Puri (Orissa), commences today. Lord Jagannath, his elder brother, Lord Balbhadra, and their sister, Devi Subhadra, are part of this seven-day procession.

Lord Jagannath is a manifestation of Sri Krishna. Feel your devotion overflow as you pray to him on this special day.

🙏 How to Do Pooja

Recommended Ritual: Nitya Puja of Lord Krishna with 24 Offerings (19 min.)

  1. Wake up early and take a bath.
  2. Clean your home and puja space thoroughly.
  3. Perform the recommended ritual with devotion.
  4. Offer flowers, fruits, and incense.
  5. Chant mantras or prayers specific to this occasion.
  6. Conclude with aarti and distribute prasad.

✅ Do's & Don'ts

✅ Do's

  • Clean your puja space and important areas of your home.
  • Decorate with flowers, lamps, and simple rangoli if possible.
  • Perform nitya puja, yajna, or abhishek of the deity associated with this festival.
  • Share prasad with family, friends, and those in need.
  • Maintain respectful and gentle behavior toward people and animals.

⚠️ Don'ts

  • Avoid eating heavy, oily food and excessive sweets.
  • Avoid alcohol, rash driving, and loud celebrations.
  • Minimize waste; don't harm animals and the environment.