An overwhelming aura of devotion has enveloped the sacred Bada Danda in Puri as Lord Jagannath, along with His divine siblings, embark on the much-anticipated journey to the Gundicha Temple. The Rath Yatra holds special significance as it marks the heartfelt reunion of the devotees with their beloved Lord.
The Chaturdha Murati-comprising Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra, and Lord Sudarsan— would grace their grand chariots and commence the nine-day-long annual sojourn, a spectacle deeply etched in the spiritual fabric of Odisha. Lakhs of faithful have thronged the holy town, transforming the atmosphere into a living testament of collective faith, joy, and divine celebration.
08:46 AM(2 months ago )
#PuriRathYatraMishap | No protection, no discipline, and no one was there to manage the crowd, alleges one of the injured devotees
— OTV (@otvnews) June 29, 2025
At least three devotees were killed and over 50 injured in a stampede at Saradhabali near Gundicha Temple in the wee hours today, where the three… pic.twitter.com/awgdapR37R
08:38 AM(2 months ago )
Puri Rath Yatra Mishap LIVE Updates: 3 devotees killed, over 50 injured in stampede near Gundicha temple#PuriRathYatraMishap #StampedeInPuri #StampedeDuringRathYatra #RathYatra2025 #PuriRathYatra #Odisha #RathaJatra https://t.co/0QeIO6cyPO
— OTV (@otvnews) June 29, 2025
08:33 AM(2 months ago )
Amid growing controversy over the West Bengal government’s claim of declaring Digha as ‘Jagannath Dham’, renowned spiritual leader Jagadguru Rambhadracharya made a strong statement during his visit to Shreekhetra Puri, affirming that ‘Puri is the one and only Jagannath Dham’ and that Digha can never be called Jagannath Dham. Read More...
14:02 PM(2 months ago )
#Puri | Finally, Mahaprabhu Jagannath reaches Gundicha Temple on his magnificent Nandighosa chariot & joins elder brother Lord Balabhadra along with Devi Subhadra to meet Mausi Maa#RathaJatra #RathYatra2025 #RathYatraWithOTV #PuriRathYatra #Odisha pic.twitter.com/9ET4vn9RZj
— OTV (@otvnews) June 28, 2025
11:49 AM(2 months ago )
#Puri | #WATCH: Odisha Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan, along with other senior officials, pulls chariot of Lord Jagannath; says, “Rath Yatra of the Lord is conducted as per His wish. It is being conducted smoothly for the second day. It started as per the schedule today. The… pic.twitter.com/daN1IuUZoW
— OTV (@otvnews) June 28, 2025
11:47 AM(2 months ago )
#WATCH | Nandighosa, chariot of Mahaprabhu Jagannath, rolls on Bada Danda (Grand Road) in Puri as chariot pulling resumes this morning#RathaJatra #RathYatra2025 #RathYatraWithOTV #PuriRathYatra #Odisha pic.twitter.com/ZNl1HbjTFz
— OTV (@otvnews) June 28, 2025
11:46 AM(2 months ago )
Pulling of Chariots underway in Puri...
— OTV (@otvnews) June 28, 2025
With the resumption of chariot pulling in Puri, an overwhelming aura of devotion has enveloped the sacred Bada Danda as Lord Jagannath, along with His Siblings, embarks on the much-anticipated journey to the Gundicha Temple.#RathaJatra… pic.twitter.com/QNGGCha6Xs
09:47 AM(2 months ago )
Puri Rath Yatra 2025 LIVE Updates: Devotees resume pulling of Mahaprabhu Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra & Devi Subhadra’s chariots#RathaJatra #RathYatra2025 #RathYatraWithOTV #PuriRathYatra #Odisha https://t.co/0QeIO6cyPO
— OTV (@otvnews) June 28, 2025
08:20 AM(2 months ago )
The pulling of chariots will resume at 9.30 am on Saturday.
21:58 PM(2 months ago )
Lord Jagannath devotees will get another chance to pull the chariots tomorrow as none of them reached their destination on Friday after Balabhadra’s Taladwaja chariot got stuck while negotiating a turn, causing delays that prevented the others from arriving at Gundicha Temple, 2.6km away from the 12th-century shrine.
21:34 PM(2 months ago )
This year’s grand Rath Yatra in Puri witnessed an unexpected delay in the chariot pulling rituals, sparking discussions among devotees and authorities alike. As the sacred procession of the Holy Trinity unfolded, the movement of the chariots was significantly hindered due to a combination of logistical and crowd-related challenges.
21:09 PM(2 months ago )
#PuriRathYatra2025
— OTV (@otvnews) June 27, 2025
Chief Administrator, Arabinda Padhee on prolonged delay in chariot pulling #RathaJatra #RathYatra2025 #RathYatraWithOTV #PuriRathYatra pic.twitter.com/6E7Tr7tzuy
21:08 PM(2 months ago )
Rath Yatra 2025: Chariot pulling to resume tomorrow at 9:30 AM, informs Srimandir Chief Administrator Arabinda Padhee
— OTV (@otvnews) June 27, 2025
“After the ‘Abakasa Niti’, chariot pulling will resume at 9:30 AM," he stated#RathaJatra #RathYatra2025 #RathYatraWithOTV #PuriRathYatra pic.twitter.com/W76jxBsre0
20:26 PM(2 months ago )
More than 600 devotees were admitted to Puri Medical due to injuries and illness sustained during the Rath Yatra festivities on Friday.
20:15 PM(2 months ago )
The annual Rath Yatra witnessed an unexpected disruption on Friday as the Nandighosa chariot of Lord Jagannath, was delayed without clear reasons before it finally began rolling at 7:45 PM.
20:13 PM(2 months ago )
Lord Jagannath’s Nandighosa chariot rolls after prolonged delay; Nandighosa chariot pulled at 7:45 PM; chariot pulling halted shortly after#RathaJatra #RathYatra2025 #RathYatraWithOTV #PuriRathYatra pic.twitter.com/XYw2T6T2Ts
— OTV (@otvnews) June 27, 2025
20:12 PM(2 months ago )
Rath Yatra 2025: Inordinate delay in chariot pulling
— OTV (@otvnews) June 27, 2025
Delay reportedly caused due to the turning of Lord Balabhadra’s Taladhwaja chariot, a large number of people entering the cordoned-off area, and an unexpected crowd of devotees in Puri#RathaJatra #RathYatra2025… pic.twitter.com/TVnsk7AMCp
19:42 PM(2 months ago )
#BIG_BREAKING
— OTV (@otvnews) June 27, 2025
Rath Yatra 2025: Over 600 devotees admitted to Puri medical; admitted due to injuries and illness#RathaJatra #RathYatra2025 #RathYatraWithOTV #PuriRathYatra pic.twitter.com/fLLsOfIzuV
17:27 PM(2 months ago )
After Puri Shankaracharya Swami Nischalanada Saraswati visited the chariots of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra with his disciples and the Gajapati Maharaja Dibyasingha Deb completed the 'Chhera Pahanra' (chariot sweeping) ritual, thousands of devotees pulled forward giant chariots from the 12th century Srimandir in Puri towards Gundicha temple in the grand occasion of the world famous Rath Yatra in Puri on Friday.
17:21 PM(2 months ago )
Divine Wheels In Motion
— OTV (@otvnews) June 27, 2025
Rath Yatra 2025: Puri resonates with chants as chariot pulling commences#RathaJatra #RathYatra2025 #RathYatraWithOTV #PuriRathYatra pic.twitter.com/IcZIcwA1ww
16:21 PM(2 months ago )
Following the completion of 'Pahandi Bije'(royal procession) rituals of the 'Chaturdha Murty', Puri Gajapati Maharaja Dibyasingha Deb performed the 'Chhera Panhara' on the three chariots with a golden broom on the occasion of the world-famous Rath Yatra in Puri on Friday.
15:24 PM(2 months ago )
#ChheraPanhara: Puri Gajapati King performs Chhera Panhara on Chariot with golden broom#RathaJatra #RathYatra2025 #RathYatraWithOTV #PuriRathYatra pic.twitter.com/nvVmyeGR8B
— OTV (@otvnews) June 27, 2025
15:22 PM(2 months ago )
As Rath Yatra 2025 continues in full swing in Puri, the Odisha Fire Services Department has ensured that all safety and emergency response measures are firmly in place to manage the large gathering of devotees in Puri.
15:18 PM(2 months ago )
#WATCH | Puri Shankaracharya on chariots following Pahandi rituals#RathaJatra #RathYatra2025 #RathYatraWithOTV #PuriRathYatra #Odisha pic.twitter.com/cJfkHOjk7D
— OTV (@otvnews) June 27, 2025
14:20 PM(2 months ago )
As the sacred town of Puri echoed with the chants of "Jai Jagannath", a gentle rain graced the skies, no less than a divine tribute to the Chaturdha Murti. Devotees watched in awe and reverence as Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra, and Mahaprabhu Jagannath emerged from the sanctum sanctorum in the grand Pahandi Bije ritual during Rath Yatra. Read More...
14:17 PM(2 months ago )
#WATCH | Holy Trinity placed atop their respective chariots after the conclusion of Pahandi rituals. Several other rituals will be performed before the chariots finally roll.#RathaJatra #RathYatra2025 #RathYatraWithOTV #PuriRathYatra #Odisha pic.twitter.com/Xazik28EoJ
— OTV (@otvnews) June 27, 2025
12:33 PM(2 months ago )
On the auspicious occasion of #RathYatra, eminent sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik creates a magnificent sand art installation with 101 idols of Lord Jagannath at Puri beach.#RathaJatra #RathYatra2025 #RathYatraWithOTV #PuriRathYatra #Odisha pic.twitter.com/d4aH6NF6f3
— OTV (@otvnews) June 27, 2025
12:06 PM(2 months ago )
Lord of the Universe arrives...#Pahandi of Lord #Jagannath in Puri #WATCH Live: https://t.co/PdkBrBkCi7#RathaJatra #RathYatra2025 #RathYatraWithOTV #PuriRathYatra #Odisha pic.twitter.com/6QcPio4FD2
— OTV (@otvnews) June 27, 2025
11:54 AM(2 months ago )
#WATCH | Ceremonial 'Pahandi' of Devi Subhadra begins in Puri.#RathaJatra #RathYatra2025 #RathYatraWithOTV #PuriRathYatra #Odisha pic.twitter.com/uPUrcSNTBs
— OTV (@otvnews) June 27, 2025
11:39 AM(2 months ago )
The holy town of Puri witnessed a divine spectacle on Friday as the Pahandi rituals, the ceremonial procession of the sibling deities of Shree Jagannath Temple, began amid chants, drumbeats, and spiritual fervour. Marking the commencement of Rath Yatra 2025, thousands of devotees gathered since early morning to participate in the deeply revered annual event. Read More...
10:59 AM(2 months ago )
Puri Rath Yatra 2025#Inpics: All three chariots lined up before Puri Jagannath temple ahead of grand Rath Yatra today.
— OTV (@otvnews) June 27, 2025
(Source: SJTA)#RathaJatra #RathYatra2025 #RathYatraWithOTV #PuriRathYatra #Odisha pic.twitter.com/BYLQxMtgyi
10:54 AM(2 months ago )
Puri Rath Yatra 2025 |#Watch: Pahandi of Lord Sudarshan in #Puri #RathaJatra #RathYatra2025 #RathYatraWithOTV #PuriRathYatra #Odisha pic.twitter.com/91jNbrZX4Z
— OTV (@otvnews) June 27, 2025
10:34 AM(2 months ago )
Puri Rath Yatra 2025 | Stage set for 'Pahandi Rituals' of deities of Jagannath temple.#RathaJatra #RathYatra2025 #RathYatraWithOTV #PuriRathYatra #Odisha pic.twitter.com/ElrNvVyP5I
— OTV (@otvnews) June 27, 2025
10:32 AM(2 months ago )
As lakhs of devotees gather in the holy town of Puri for the annual Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath, Puri Collector Siddharth Shankar Swain on Friday assured that all preparations have been made for the smooth conduct of the grand festival. Read More...
10:24 AM(2 months ago )
#Watch | Sea of devotees gather outside the Puri Srimandir to witness the world-famous annual Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath today.#RathaJatra #RathYatra2025 #RathYatraWithOTV #PuriRathYatra #Odisha pic.twitter.com/jbvAxJTLEQ
— OTV (@otvnews) June 27, 2025
09:40 AM(2 months ago )
Puri Rath Yatra 2025 | All rituals are going on in full swing at #Puri Srimandir. Expert explains the rituals and offerings made to deities.#RathaJatra #RathYatra2025 #RathYatraWithOTV #PuriRathYatra #Odisha pic.twitter.com/IH6xCnk1Mp
— OTV (@otvnews) June 27, 2025
09:13 AM(2 months ago )
As the sacred Rath Yatra unfolds in the holy town of Puri, President of India Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi, BJP National Vice President and Kendrapara MP Baijayant Panda, and other senior leaders extended their heartfelt greetings to millions of devotees across India and abroad. Read More...
09:11 AM(2 months ago )
Jai Jagannath!
— OTV (@otvnews) June 27, 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extends wishes on the occasion of #RathYatra in #Puri and shares a video. #WATCH #RathaJatra #RathYatra2025 #RathYatraWithOTV #PuriRathYatra #Odisha pic.twitter.com/nHZiKOMm4G
08:36 AM(2 months ago )
With Mahaprabhu Jagannath and His siblings all set to step out of Srimandir to begin their annual sojourn, lakhs of devotees have congregated in #Puri on the auspicious occasion of #RathYatra today.#RathaJatra #RathYatra2025 #RathYatraWithOTV #PuriRathYatra #Odisha pic.twitter.com/Hr6Ph9oBXd
— OTV (@otvnews) June 27, 2025
08:05 AM(2 months ago )
President Droupadi Murmu extends greetings on the occasion of Jagannath Rath Yatra. pic.twitter.com/OudzKfNdSV
— ANI (@ANI) June 27, 2025
07:55 AM(2 months ago )
With the stage set for the Rath Yatra today, devotees from across the globe have started arriving in Puri. While the district administration is geared up to ensure the smooth conduct of the annual festival, servitors and officials are also busy in their last preparations for one of the largest and most spiritually significant festivals in the world. Read More...
07:33 AM(2 months ago )
The seaside pilgrim town of Puri is set to celebrate the Rath Yatra festival on Friday, with the administration being ready to smoothly conduct the event.
The civil and police administrations are on high alert as lakhs of devotees will witness the annual event under tight security. Read More...
07:31 AM(2 months ago )
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi extended a heartfelt welcome to devotees on the occasion of annual Rath Yatra.
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