Puri, Nov 6: The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) has issued a revised Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the second phase of auctioning the remaining parts of the Rath Yatra chariots, including the iconic wheels and accessories.

Devotees and institutions interested in acquiring these sacred components can now apply by November 10, 2025, with an application fee of ₹1,000.

The auction includes the wheels of the three chariots: Nandighosa (Jagannath’s chariot) priced at ₹3 lakh, Taladhwaja (Balabhadra’s chariot) at ₹2 lakh, and Darpadalana (Subhadra’s chariot) at ₹1.5 lakh. Additionally, each chariot’s Guja and Asuari (decorative parts) are priced at ₹15,000.

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Applicants must submit an undertaking to preserve the sanctity and dignity of the Rath components. All transportation, loading, and unloading expenses will be borne by the applicants themselves.

This second phase follows the initial auction held in June, after which several parts remained unsold. The temple administration has now confirmed that some components are still available and has responded to public demand by reopening the application process.

Compared to previous years, the prices of the chariot parts have seen a significant increase. Officials stated that this revision reflects the growing demand among devotees and collectors, and will contribute to strengthening the temple’s fund.

However, some devotees have urged the administration to reconsider the pricing to encourage broader participation.

The administration has emphasized the importance of maintaining the cultural and spiritual value of these sacred items, and stricter SOPs have been proposed to ensure their respectful handling.