Puri Rath Yatra / Srimandir Chhatisa Nijoga Approves Schedule for Rath Yatra 2026 and Key Rituals
Key Points
Key rituals scheduled from June 24 to July 27.
Rath Yatra fixed for July 16 with detailed timings.
Emphasis on discipline and smooth conduct of ceremonies.
Puri, May 31: The Chhatisa Nijoga meeting, chaired by SJTA Chief Administrator Arabinda Kumar Padhee, concluded here on Sunday evening with approval of the ritual schedule and arrangements for the Rath Yatra 2026, from Rajendraabhishek to Niladri Bije, officials said.
Key Ritual Dates
June 24: Rajendraabhishek
June 25: Rukmini Harana Ekadashi
June 26: Champaka Dwadashi
June 27: Daita Pravesh
June 29: Debasnana Purnima
July 14: Netrotsav & Nabajouban Darshan
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July 16: Rath Yatra (9 am Rath Pratishtha, 9.30 am Pahandi, 4 pm Rath pulling)
July 20: Hera Panchami
July 23: Nabami Sandhya Darshan
July 24: Bahuda Yatra
July 25: Suna Besha (Bada Tadhau)
July 27: Niladri Bije
The Nijoga also stressed strict adherence to ritual
discipline, particularly from Bada Bhoi to Dwaraphita and Mangala Niti.
Suggestions from sevaks will be reviewed in the Srimandir Management Committee
meeting for final decisions.
The Chhatisa Nijoga is the apex body of servitors of the Jagannath Temple in Puri. It plays a crucial role in temple administration, especially in matters related to rituals, discipline, and coordination during major festivals like the Rath Yatra.
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