Puri, July 8: People in Odisha celebrated Rasagola Dibasa on Tuesday, honoring the return of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Goddess Subhadra to their sanctum in Puri during Niladri Bije ritual after the annual Rath Yatra.

Legend holds that after Lord Jagannath returns to the temple following his nine-day chariot journey, Goddess Lakshmi, upset at being left behind, refuses entry to her divine consort. To reconcile, Lord Jagannath presents her with the sweet treat of rasagola-- a gesture symbolic of forgiveness and affection.

The celebration, initiated officially in 2015, continues to spotlight Odia cultural pride and culinary heritage. This year, sweet shops in Pahala, Salepur, and other cities reported record sales, with special rasagola-themed events and discounts delighting customers.

On the shores of Puri Beach, renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik unveiled a breathtaking sand sculpture depicting divine reconciliation, drawing crowds and admiration.

Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Leader of the Opposition Naveen Patnaik and other dignitaries greeted the people on the occasion.

Social media platforms were abuzz with hashtags like #RasagolaDibasa and #NiladriBije2025, as devotees shared photos, local folklore, and rasagola recipes passed down generations.

As Odisha honors its iconic dessert with devotion and festivity, Rasagola Dibasa stands as a gentle yet proud reminder of the region’s historic artistry, culinary legacy, and spiritual resilience.

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