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Hans India
06-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
‘Bahuda Yatra' begins ahead of schedule
Puri: Lord Jagannath's 'Bahuda Yatra' or return car festival began here on Saturday with thousands of devotees pulling the chariot of Lord Balabhadra's 'Taladhwaja' after ceremonial 'pahandi' and Gajapati Maharaja Dibyasingha Deb performing 'chhera pahanra' (sweeping) rituals. Though the pulling of chariots was slated to start at 4 pm, it began at about 2.45 pm much ahead of the schedule amid chants of 'Jai Jagannath', 'Haribol' and beating of cymbals. The chariots of Devi Subhadra and Lord Jagannath followed Lord Balabhadra's Taladhwaja. Earlier, the sibling deities, Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra and Lord Jagannath, were carried to 'Taladhwaja', 'Darpadalana' and 'Nandighosha' chariots respectively in a ritual called 'pahandi'. The 'pahandi' comes from the Sanskrit word 'padamundanam', which means taking slow steps movement by spreading feet. The 'pahandi' of the trinity began with Chakraraj Sudarshan, followed by Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra and finally Lord Jagannath. Though the 'pahandi' ritual was earlier scheduled to begin at 12 noon, it started at 10 am, much earlier. The ceremonial procession took around two hours following which the deities were seated on the chariots. The majestic chariots were pulled by devotees from Shree Gundicha temple to the 12th-century shrine, the main seat of Lord Jagannath, a distance of about 2.6 km. Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Leader of Opposition in Odisha Assembly Naveen Patnaik greeted the people on the auspicious occasion of Bahuda Yatra. 'Greetings to all on the occasion of Bahuda Yatra. By the grace of the Lord, everyone's life be filled with happiness, peace and prosperity,' Majhi said in a post on X. Amid the beating of gongs and blowing of conches and cymbals, 'pahandi' rituals were performed. While Lord Balabhadra was carried to the chariot on a line called 'dhadi pahandi', Goddess Subhadra, the sister of Lord Jagannath, was brought to her 'Darpadalana' chariot in a special procession called 'sunya pahandi' (the Goddess looking at the sky while being carried to the chariot) by servitors. When Lord Jagannath finally stepped out of Shree Gundicha temple, emotions spilled over the Grand Road as devotees raised slogans like 'Jai Jagannath' and 'Haribol'. Before the 'pahandi,' a number of customary rituals like 'Mangla Arati' and 'Mailam' were held before the presiding deities came out from the sanctum sanctorum of the temple. The 'chhera pahanra' ritual or sweeping of the floor of the chariots with a golden broom was performed by Gajapati Maharaja Dibyasingha Deb, the titular king of Puri, on all the chariots. The ritual started at 1.35 pm. The Gajapati began 'chhera pahanra' on Taladhwaja chariot of Lord Balabhadra followed by Lord Jagannath's chariot and lastly on Devi Subhadra's chariot. Lakhs of devotees thronged the pilgrim town of Puri to witness the Bahuda Yatra. The festival is being conducted under unprecedented security arrangements in the backdrop of a stampede near Gundicha temple on June 29 when three persons were killed and around 50 others injured. A total of 10,000 personnel, including 6,150 of Odisha Police and 800 personnel of the CAPFs, have been deployed in the temple town to ensure that no such incident takes place, an officer said. The police issued a traffic advisory for visitors in anticipation of a huge turnout.
India Gazette
05-07-2025
- General
- India Gazette
Bahuda Yatra: Puri immerses in devotion as deities return to Jagannath Temple amid festive fervour
Puri (Odisha) [India], July 5 (ANI): The coastal town of Puri is immersed in devotion and cultural splendour as the grand 'Bahuda Yatra' unfolds as the ceremonial chariots of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Goddess Subhadra leave the Shri Gundicha Temple and return to the Shri Jagannath Temple. The festival completes its last act with Bahuda Yatra, the 'return journey,' deeply spiritual and a cultural spectacle with people witnessing the return of Lord Jagannath's Nandighosha chariot, Lord Balabhadra's Taladhwaja chariot, and Goddess Subhadra's Darpadalan chariot. Though the pulling of chariots was slated to start at 4 pm, it began at about 2.45 pm much ahead of the schedule amid chants of 'Jai Jagannath', 'Haribol' and beating of cymbals. Earlier, the sibling deities - Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra and Lord Jagannath, were carried to 'Taladwaj', 'Darpadalan' and 'Nandighosh' chariots respectively in a ritual called 'Pahandi'. The pahandi of the trinity began with Chakraraj Sudarshan, followed by Lord Balabhdra, Devi Subhadra and finally Lord Jagannath. Though the 'Pahandi' ritual was earlier scheduled to begin at 12 noon, it started at 10 am, much earlier. The ceremonial procession took around two hours following which the deities were seated on the chariots. The return of Lord Jagannath and his siblings to their main temple is seen as a return to cosmic order, where they resume their divine roles and join Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Jagannath's consort. This marks the culmination of the annual Rath Yatra festival, drawing lakhs of devotees to the sacred city. The streets of Puri buzz with vibrant performances as artists and devotees celebrate the occasion. Amid the beating of gongs, and blowing of conches and cymbals, Pahandi rituals were performed by the Sevayats. While Lord Balabhadra was carried to the chariot on a line called 'Dhadi Pahandi', Goddess Subhadra, the sister of Lord Jagannath, was brought to her 'Darpadalan' chariot in a special procession called 'Sunya Pahandi' (the Goddess looking at the sky while being carried to the chariot) by servitors. Before the Pahandi, a number of customary rituals like 'Mangla Arati' and 'Mailam' were held before the presiding deities came out from the sanctum sanctorum of the temple. The 'Chhera Pahanra' ritual or sweeping of the floor of the chariots with a golden broom was performed by Gajapati Maharaja Divyasingha Deb, the titular king of Puri, on all the chariots. The ritual started at 1.35 pm. The Gajapati Maharaja began Chhera Pahanra on Taladwaj chariot of Lord Balabhadra followed by Lord Jagannath's chariot and lastly on Devi Subhadra's chariot. Lakhs of devotees have thronged the pilgrim town of Puri to witness the annual Bahuda Rathyatra of Lord Jagannath and his siblings. Earlier in the day, Advisor to Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, former Odisha DGP Prakash Mishra said, 'All the rituals of Mahaprabhu are taking place ahead of their scheduled time. With his blessings, everyone is working with great enthusiasm. We hope that the Yatra will conclude at the right time today...I extend heartfelt greetings and gratitude to our servitors for doing everything on time...' Odisha Minister Mukesh Mahaling also spoke to ANI and said, 'The weather is so good today. Preparatory work is also good. 'Nitikanti' is taking place ahead of the scheduled time. With the blessings of Lord Jagannath, Bahuda Yatra will go on smoothly. We pray to Lord Jagannath that this is His Yatra and the coming together of devotees and God should happen smoothly, and that the Yatra takes place well...' Security arrangements were significantly strengthened outside the Shri Gundicha Temple, also known as the Mausi Maa Temple. Police presence was enhanced, particularly outside the Shri Gundicha Temple, where nearly 10,000 police personnel have been deployed to ensure the safety of the massive gathering of devotees. Speaking to ANI, Puri Superintendent of Police Pinak Mishra said extensive security measures are in place for the smooth conduct of the return chariot said, 'More than 10000 police personnel have been deployed... We have around eight companies of the RAF.' Odisha Director General of Police (DGP) Yogesh Khurania on Saturday also expressed confidence in the peaceful conduct of the grand festival amid heightened security deployment. Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik paid tribute to the Bahuda Yatra with a striking sand sculpture on Puri beach on July 4. Girijashankar Sarangi, a devotee, shared the significance of the occasion and said, 'Mahaprabhu was born here at Gundicha Temple... Today, after nine days of celebrations, Mahaprabhu will be heading home. On the way, Mahaprabhu's chariot will stop at the Mausi Maa temple, where he will be offered poda pitha, and it will then be distributed as prasad among devotees. The procession will then proceed to the Shri Jagannath Temple.' (ANI)
Time of India
05-07-2025
- General
- Time of India
Lord Jagannath's 'Bahuda' Yatra: Chariot pulling begins
The Bahuda Yatra , or return car festival, of Lord Jagannath and his siblings formally commenced on Saturday in Puri, with devotees pulling the chariot of Lord Balabhadra's Taladwaj amid prayers, rituals, and heightened security following a recent stampede. Early chariot procession and devotional fervour Though scheduled for 4 p.m., the chariot procession began around 2:45 p.m. with chants of 'Jai Jagannath' and 'Haribol' and the rhythmic beating of cymbals. The chariots Taladwaj (for Lord Balabhadra), Darpadalan (for Devi Subhadra), and Nandighosh (for Lord Jagannath) were pulled in sequence, beginning with Taladwaj, followed by the chariots carrying Devi Subhadra and then Lord Jagannath. Pahandi ritual carried out ahead of schedule The Pahandi ceremony, which involves ceremonially carrying the deities to their chariots, began at 10 a.m.—two hours ahead of schedule. Initiated by Chakraraj Sudarshan, the ritual took about two hours to complete, during which the deities Balabhadra, Subhadra, and Jagannath were placed on their respective chariots. This was followed by customary Mangla Arati and Mailam rituals before the deities emerged from the sanctum sanctorum. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play War Thunder now for free War Thunder Play Now Undo Chhera Pahanra ritual performed by Gajapati Maharaja At 1:35 p.m., Gajapati Maharaja Divyasingha Deb performed the Chhera Pahanra (sweeping) ritual with a golden broom, first cleansing the Taladwaj chariot of Lord Balabhadra, then the Nandighosh chariot of Lord Jagannath, and finally the Darpadalan chariot of Devi Subhadra. Security measures in place The festival unfolded under unprecedented security following a stampede near Gundicha Temple on June 29 that claimed three lives and injured around 50. Approximately 10,000 personnel—including 6,150 from Odisha Police and 800 from central armed forces—are deployed. More than 275 AI-enabled CCTV cameras, drones, and additional surveillance tools have been installed to monitor the crowd. Odisha DGP YB Khurania and senior administrative officers are stationed in Puri to oversee safety and traffic control. Live Events Current CM and former CM extend greetings Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi conveyed his blessings, saying, 'By the grace of the Lord, everyone's life be filled with happiness, peace, and prosperity.' Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik also extended his greetings on the auspicious occasion.
Hans India
29-06-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
A day Lafter, deities reach aunt's place
Puri: The chariots of sibling deities - Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra and Lord Jagannath - on Saturday reached the destination Gundicha temple, a day after the Rath Yatra began in Puri. Gundicha temple is considered the aunt's place of the deities who go there every year after leaving the 12th-century Jagannath temple, situated at a distance of 2.6 km. They will go back to the main temple after nine days. The return car journey, known as 'Bahuda Yatra', will held on July 5. Earlier in the day, amid chanting of 'Jai Jagannath' and 'Hari bol', devotees resumed pulling the three chariots around 10 am, after the Rath Yatra was halted on June 27 night. The chariots were scheduled to reach Gundicha temple by Friday evening. But they had to be stopped on Grand Road as Lord Balabhadra's Taladhwaja chariot got stuck while negotiating a turn, preventing the other two chariots from advancing. According to the tradition, 'Taladhwaja' rolls first, followed by 'Darpadalana' of Devi Subhadra and 'Nandighosha' of Lord Jagannath. The chariots with deities inside were kept on the road overnight amid tight security. Thousands of devotees, who spent thenight in the holy town, joined in large numbers in chariot pulling amid sounds of gongs and conches. Law Minister Prithiviraj Harichandan, Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja, DGP Yogesh Bahadur Khurania and other senior officials were found pulling Lord Jagannath's 'Nandighosha'. After the chariots reached their destination, they were parked outside the Gundicha temple. The deities will be taken inside the temple on Sunday in a ceremonial procession. 'We thank all stakeholders, including devotees, for the conduct of Rath Yatra,' said Arabinda Padhee, the Chief Administrator of Shree Jagannath Temple Administration. Meanwhile, all arrangements have been made for the security of the chariots and controlling the crowd, said the DGP. Over 600 devotees were treated at different hospitals in Puri after falling ill during the Rath Yatra on Saturday. While many of them were injured due to jostling, more than 200 people fainted in the hot and humid weather conditions. An estimated 10 lakh devotees participated in the annual Rath Yatra on Friday and around 5 lakh people were in the holy town on Saturday, officials said, adding that the weather was favourable on Saturday even though there was light rain.
Hindustan Times
28-06-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Day after beginning of Rath Yatra in Puri, chariots of deities reach 'aunt's place'
Puri, The chariots of sibling deities - Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra and Lord Jagannath - on Saturday reached the destination Gundicha Temple, a day after the Rath Yatra began in Puri. Day after beginning of Rath Yatra in Puri, chariots of deities reach 'aunt's place' Gundicha Temple is considered the aunt's place of the deities who go there every year after leaving the 12th-century Jagannath temple, situated at a distance of 2.6 km. They will go back to the main temple after nine days. The return car journey, known as 'Bahuda Yatra', will held this year on 5 July. Earlier in the day, amid chanting of 'Jai Jagannath' & 'Hari bol', devotees resumed pulling the three chariots around 10 am, after the Rath Yatra was halted on June 27 night. The chariots were scheduled to reach Gundicha temple by the evening of Friday. But they had to be stopped on Grand Road as Lord Balabhadra's Taladwaja chariot got stuck while negotiating a turn, preventing the other two from advancing. According to the tradition, 'Taladwaj' rolls first, followed by 'Darpadalan' of Devi Subhadra and 'Nandighosh' of Lord Jagannath. The chariots with deities inside were kept on the road overnight amid tight security. Thousands of devotees who spent the night in the holy town, joined in large numbers in chariot pulling amid sounds of gongs and conches. Law Minister Prithiviraj Harichandan, Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja, DGP YB Khurania and other senior officials were found pulling Lord Jagannath's 'Nandighosh'. After the chariots reached their destination, they were parked outside the Gundicha temple. The deities will be taken inside the temple on Sunday in a ceremonial procession. "We thank all stakeholders including devotees for the conduct of Rath Yatra,' Arabinda Padhee, the chief administrator of Shree Jagannath Temple Administration said. Meanwhile, all arrangements have been made for the security of the chariots and controlling the crowd, said DGP YB Khurania. Meanwhile, over 600 devotees were treated at different hospitals in Puri after becoming ill during the Rath Yatra on Saturday. While many of them were injured due to jostling, more than 200 people fainted in the hot and humid weather conditions. An estimated one million devotees participated in the annual Rath Yatra on Friday and around 5 lakh people were in the holy town on Saturday, officials said adding that the weather was favourable on Saturday even though there was light rain. The Rath Yatra is being held amid unprecedented security arrangements with the deployment of around 10,000 personnel of Odisha Police, the central armed police force, NSG and others. The police have made all arrangements for the smooth conduct of Rath Yatra, a senior official said adding that over 275 AI-enabled CCTV cameras were installed to keep a watch on the crowd. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
