Jagannath Rathyatra 2026:Date, History, celebrations & complete Guide.
Devotees across Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Hyderabad are preparing to celebrate Jagannath Rath Yatra 2026 on July 16, one of the most important festivals in Hinduism.
While the world-famous Rath Yatra in Puri, Odisha, attracts millions of devotees every year, the national capital also hosts vibrant celebrations at several Jagannath temples and ISKCON centres.
Jagannath Rath Yatra 2026
Jagannath Rath Yatra is one of the biggest Hindu festivals celebrated in India every year millions of devotees gather in Puri Orissa and Ahmedabad Gujarat to witness the Grand procession of lord Jagannath lord balbhadra and goddess Subhadra.In 2026 Jagannath Yatra will be celebrated on Thursday 16 July 2026.
Jagannath Rath Yatra 2026 date
- Festival :Jagannath Rath Yatra
- Date: Thursday 16 July 2026
- Hindu Month: ashadha Shukla dwitiya
- Main celebrations: Puri udisa and Ahmedabad Gujarat
History of Jagannath Rath Yatra
Jagannath Rath Yatra is an ancient Hindu tradition associated with lord Jagannath a form of blood Vishnu (Krishna) during the festival lord Jagannath along with his brother lord balbhadra and sister goddess Subhadra travels from the Jagannath temple to the gundicha temple in beautifully decorated wooden chariots.
Ahmedabad Jagannath Rath Yatra 2026
Ahmedabad West one of India's largest the processor begin from the historic Jagannath temple at Jamalpur and passes through major part of the city before returning to the temple the 2026 Ahmedabad rath yatra is scheduled for 16 July 2026 with extensive security and traffic arrangement in place.
Ahmedabad Rathyatra 2026 route
The traditional route remains the same.
- Jagannath Temple (Jamalpur)
- Jamalpur Chakla
- Khamasa
- Astodia Chakla
- Raipur Chakla
- Khadia
- Panchkuva
- Kalupur
- Prem Darwaza
- Delhi Darwaza
- Shahpur
- Dariyapur
- Saraspur (Mosal)
…and then returns through the same route back to Jamalpur.
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Frequently asked a question FAQs
When is Jagannath Yatra 2026 ?
Jagannath Rath Yatra 2026 will be celebrated on Thursday 16 July 2026
Where is a biggest Rath Yatra held ?
The largest Rath Yatra tax place in Puri Orissa while Ahmedabad Gujarat post one of the biggest Rath Yatra in India
Who travels in the Rath Yatra ?
Lord Jagannath lord balbhadra and ghode Subhadra travel in three magnificent wooden chariots