The Hindu festival of Jagannath Rath Yatra, also simply called Rath Yatra is a public procession held annually in Odisha. Jagannath means "lord of the world" and in the form of Hindu gods, Krishna/Vishnu/ Rama worshipped in Odisha. Odisha is known for its famous Jagannath Temple where the Ratha Yatra or the Chariot festival is celebrated at the temple of Jagannath. Elephants are beautifully decorated and paraded on the streets as a part of the festival. It is associated with Lord Jagannath and this year the festival begins on June 23. As we celebrate Jagannath Rath Yatra 2020, people wish each other saying Happy Jagannath Rath Yatra 2020! You can also send Jagannath Rath Yatra WhatsApp Stickers, HD Images of elephants, Facebook greetings, SMS and messages. You can also send these messages as Instagram and Facebook stories to your near and dear ones. Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra 2020 Servitors in Puri to Wear Specially Designed Chariot-Coloured Face Masks Made Out of ‘Bandha’ Handloom (View Pic)
The festival is celebrated in Odisha, Jharkhand and parts of Eastern India. Ratha Yatra is celebrated internationally in countries like Dublin, Moscow and New York. The observance commemorates Jagannath's visit to Gundicha Temple through Mausi Maa temple in Puri. The ritual is held every in the Hindu month of Ashadha which corresponds with the Hindu months of June or July. The chariots of the deities are newly built every year which is called Nandighosa. The chariot of Balabhadra is called Taladhwaja and that of Subhadra is called Dwarpadalana.
WhatsApp Message Reads: May Lord Jagannath Bring In the Best Colours of Success, Prosperity and Happiness to Your Life. Wishing You and Your Family Blessed Rath Yatra!
Facebook Greetings Read: Happy Jagannath Rath Yatra! May Lord Jagannath Bless You With Happiness and prosperity.
WhatsApp Message Reads: May Mahaprabhu Jagannath Bless You and Your Family With Joy and Happiness on This Holy Occasion of Rath Yatra.
Facebook Greetings Read: Happy Jagannath Rath Yatra! May Lord Jagannath Bless You With Happiness and Prosperity.
Jagannath Rath Yatra WhatsApp Stickers
As WhatsApp is a widely used instant messaging app, people use it to send festive messages and birthday wishes. You can also download Jagannath Rath Yatra WhatsApp Stickers from PlayStore and send it to your loved ones. We wish you all a Happy Jagannath Rath Yatra!
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