Jagannath Rath Yatra is an annual Hindu festival celebrating the journey of Lord Jagannath, his elder brother Lord Balabhadra, and his younger sister Goddess Subhadra from their home temple in Puri, Odisha, to their aunt’s temple in Gundicha, about three kilometres away. This year, it falls on July 7, 2024, and is observed annually on the second day (Dwitiya Tithi) of the waxing moon (Shukla Paksha) in the month of Ashadh, according to the Hindu lunar calendar. The legend behind the festival is that Goddess Subhadra once expressed her desire to visit her aunt’s place in Gundicha. To fulfil her wish, Lord Jagannath and Lord Balabhadra accompanied her on a chariot ride. Rath Yatra is commemorated yearly by taking the deities on a journey to Gundicha Temple. To celebrate Jagannath Rath Yatra, we bring you devotional greetings to share with your friends and family. Download these Happy Jagannath Rath Yatra 2024 messages, Lord Jagannath HD images, wishes and wallpapers and enjoy the chariot festival.

Every year, millions of devotees participate in the Rath Yatra preparations by joining the ceremonial procession to the Snana Mandap, where the deities are bathed. This event allows for public darshan, enabling devotees to see the deities from a special pandal, even if they are outside the temple premises. Celebrate this holy festival with these Happy Jagannath Rath Yatra 2024 messages, Lord Jagannath HD images, devotional greetings, wishes and wallpapers.

Jagannath Rath Yatra Greetings (Photo Credits: File Image)

WhatsApp Message Reads: May All Your Hard Times Come to an End, and You Are Showered With Prosperity, Success, and Happiness. Devote Yourself to the Prayers of Supreme Authority. Happy Rath Yatra.

Jagannath Rath Yatra Greetings (Photo Credits: File Image)

WhatsApp Message Reads: May Lord Jagannath Shower His Blessings on You and Your Family on the Auspicious Occasion of Rath Yatra. Happy Rath Yatra!

Jagannath Rath Yatra Greetings (Photo Credits: File Image)

WhatsApp Message Reads: May the Wheels of the Chariot of Lord Jagannath Bring Joy, Peace, and Success in Your Life.

Jagannath Rath Yatra Greetings (Photo Credits: File Image)

WhatsApp Message Reads: Wishing You and Your Family Happiness and Good Health on the Auspicious Day of Rath Yatra

The name Jagannath means 'Lord of the Universe.' Therefore, the Jagannath Temple in Puri is known as ‘Yamanika Tirtha.’ According to Hindu beliefs, the power of Yama, the god of death, is nullified in this sacred place due to the presence of Lord Jagannath. Wishing everyone a Happy Jagannath Rath Yatra 2024!

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