Mumbai: The Jagannath Rath Yatra kicked off in Ahmedabad with enthusiasm, attracting large crowds of devotees on Sunday, July 7. Members of the Khalashi community pulled the chariots of Lord Jagannath, Balbhadra, and Subhadra as per tradition. Thousands gathered along the route to catch a glimpse of the deities.
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel conducted the ‘PahindVidhi,’ symbolically cleaning the path with a golden broom for Jagannath’s chariot. The procession, following a centuries-old custom, began from the 400-year-old Lord Jagannath temple in Jamalpur around 7 am, passing through various neighbourhoods in the Old City before returning by 8 pm.
The chariots—Nandighosha, Darpadalana, and Taladhwaja—were brought to the Singha Dwara of Puri Srimandir ahead of the Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah also attended the Mangla Aarti.
CM Bhupendra Patel conveyed his wishes for the Rath Yatra festival, stating, “I extend my best wishes to all citizens on the occasion of the Rath Yatra festival. The Rath Yatra in Ahmedabad is known as the largest after the Rath Yatra in Jagannath Puri. On this auspicious day, Lord Jagannath himself emerges to bless the citizens. All necessary arrangements have been made to ensure a peaceful and safe Rath Yatra. May this sacred festival bring happiness, peace, and prosperity to Gujarat and the entire nation.”
Rath Yatra in Ahmedabad today
The procession includes 18 decorated elephants, 100 trucks, and 30 local gymnasiums (akhadas). This sacred Ratha Yatra draws hundreds of thousands of spectators who gather along the way to witness the deities during this auspicious event.
Ahmedabad Rath Yatra route details
Jagannath Rath Yatra Live streaming details
You can watch Jagannath Rath Yatra in Ahmedabad live on TV9 Gujarati and its YouTube channel.
This festival, also known as the Chariot Festival, dates back to the inception of the Jagannath Temple in Puri. Celebrated worldwide from New Zealand to London and South Africa, the Rath Yatra marks the journey of the Holy Trinity to Goddess Gundicha Devi’s Temple and concludes after eight days with their return. The event is anticipated to draw numerous devotees, making it one of India’s most esteemed religious gatherings.
Explore the comprehensive route and live streaming information for Ahmedabad Rath Yatra 2024. Witness the grandeur as members of the Khalashi community pull the chariots of Lord Jagannath, Balbhadra, and Subhadra, adorned with 18 elephants, 100 trucks, and 30 local gymnasiums (akhadas). This revered procession spans a 16-kilometre route, captivating lakhs of spectators who gather to experience the spiritual fervour and cultural richness of this annual event. Events Lifestyle News -Fashion Trends, Beauty Tips, Celebrity Party News, Relationship advice, Travel and Food Tips
