Amidst the rain, Lord Jagannath’s world-famous Rath Yatra has commenced; a massive sea of ​​devotees has surged into Puri.

Amidst the rain, Lord Jagannath’s world-famous Rath Yatra has commenced; a massive sea of ​​devotees has surged into Puri.

Today, the eyes of the entire world are fixed on the world-famous Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath in Puri, Odisha. The city is resonating with chants of “Jai Jagannath.” Lakhs of devotees have arrived in Puri to catch a glimpse of the Lord. Prior to the procession, the temple complex was vibrant with devotion, culture, and faith; while captivating Odissi dance performances enchanted the devotees, several leaders—including Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan—met with Swami Nischalananda Saraswati, the Shankaracharya of Puri’s Govardhan Peeth, to seek his blessings. The fervor surrounding the world-famous Rath Yatra is at its peak in Puri. Since early morning, lakhs of devotees have been gathering at the Jagannath Temple and along Grand Road. Chants of “Jai Jagannath” can be heard everywhere; the devotees’ enthusiasm is such that even the rain could not deter them.