Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Puri Prepares for Sacred Bahuda Yatra
The Bahuda Yatra is a special event in Puri, India, where the deities Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra return to their main temple after visiting their aunt's temple.
This event is very important for the devotees who believe that witnessing the return journey brings divine blessings.
The chariots of the deities have completed a special turn and are now ready to start their journey back.
Thousands of devotees gather to see the chariots and participate in the rituals.
The event is organized by the local administration to ensure safety and smooth conduct.
It is a time of great devotion and celebration for the followers of Lord Jagannath.
The Bahuda Yatra marks the return of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra to the Srimandir after their visit to the Gundicha Temple.
The chariots have completed the Dakshina Moda ritual and are now facing the Lion’s Gate for the return journey.
Thousands of devotees gather at Saradha Bali to witness the rituals and participate in the spiritual ambience.
The event is significant as it symbolizes the Lord’s return to His eternal abode after blessing devotees.
The Puri district administration and SJTA have made elaborate arrangements for security, traffic, and crowd control.
- Who
- Devotees of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra
- What
- Bahuda Yatra, the return journey of the deities to the Srimandir
- When
- July 24
- Where
- Puri, India
- Why
- To mark the end of the deities' sojourn at their aunt’s abode and their return to the Srimandir, symbolizing divine blessings and spiritual fulfillment
Traditionalists
Modernists
Significance of Bahuda Yatra
Traditionalists
The Bahuda Yatra is a deeply spiritual event that connects devotees to the divine, preserving centuries-old traditions and the unique philosophy of Lord Jagannath.
Modernists
While the Bahuda Yatra is culturally significant, it should evolve to include modern practices that make it more accessible and inclusive for a broader audience.
- Date
- July 24
- Time
- 10 am to 6 pm
- Location
- Puri, India
- Deities Involved
- Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra
- Chariots
- Nandighosha, Taladhwaja, Darpadalana
- Significance
- Symbolizes the return of the deities to their eternal abode after blessing devotees at the Gundicha Temple
- Organizers
- Puri district administration and Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA)
