As the annual Jagannath Rath Yatra is just hours away, preparations are in the final stage to provide a lively experience to the lakhs of devotees coming to witness and be part of this auspicious occasion. The government has taken special measures as President Droupadi Murmu will also attend the Rath Yatra. According to the official press release issued by the Rashtrapati Bhawan, President Murmu is scheduled to visit Odisha from July 6 to 9. Apart from participating in the annual Rath Yatra, she will also attend other events. She will witness chariot pulling, which is a significant part of the rituals of the Shri Jagannath Yatra, said to symbolise the pulling of the Lord into one's heart.
Jagannath Rath Yatra 2024: Puri geared up for holy event, President Murmu to attend | Details
July 07, 2024
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As the annual Jagannath Rath Yatra is just hours away, preparations are in the final stage to provide a lively experience to the lakhs of devotees coming to witness and be part of this auspicious occasion. The government has taken special measures as President Droupadi Murmu will also attend the Rath Yatra. According to the official press release issued by the Rashtrapati Bhawan, President Murmu is scheduled to visit Odisha from July 6 to 9. Apart from participating in the annual Rath Yatra, she will also attend other events. She will witness chariot pulling, which is a significant part of the rituals of the Shri Jagannath Yatra, said to symbolise the pulling of the Lord into one's heart.
