RATH YATRA

Rath Yatra is a Hindu festival celebrated primarily in the Indian state of Odisha and the city of Puri.

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It is dedicated to Lord Jagannath, an avatar of Lord Vishnu, and celebrates his annual visit to his aunt's temple.

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The festival is marked by the procession of chariots, known as raths, which carry the deities of Lord Jagannath, his brother Balabhadra, and sister Subhadra.

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The raths are massive wooden structures adorned with colorful decorations and pulled by devotees through the streets of Puri.

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It is believed that participating in the Rath Yatra and pulling the raths brings good luck and blessings from Lord Jagannath.

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Rath Yatra is celebrated not only in Puri but also in several other regions of India, and it has even gained popularity among the Indian diaspora in different countries.