Dakshina Moda Ritual Marks Preparations for Bahuda Yatra in Puri

Puri Ratha Jatra: Chariots turn towards south at Sharadhabali ahead of Bahuda Jatra

Puri: The chariots of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra turn towards the south at Sharadhabali as part of 'Dakhina Moda' ritual ahead of the Bahuda Jatra (return journey) during 11-day-long Ratha Jatra in Puri, Odisha's pilgrim town.  While Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra's chariots -- Taladhwaja and Darpadalan -- took south turn on Wednesday, Lord Jagannath's chariot Nandighosha was pulled from its current position in front of…

Nandighosha Chariot Takes South Turn Ahead of Bahuda Yatra in Puri

With just days left for the Bahuda Yatra, the sacred southward turning of Lord Jagannath’s Nandighosha chariot—known as Dakshina Moda—was successfully performed today at Saradhabali. This symbolic ritual signifies preparations for the return journey of the deities from Gundicha Temple to the Jagannath Temple. Prior to this, the chariots of Taladhwaja and Darpadalana had completed […] The post Nandighosha Chariot Takes South Turn Ahead of Bahuda …

Dakshina Moda ritual marks preparations for Bahuda Yatra in Puri

Puri, Jul 2: As the Bahuda Yatra, the return journey of Lord Jagannath and His siblings, approaches, the 'Dakshina Moda' ritual will take place on Friday, marking a significant step in the festivities. The ritual, which involves the southward turn of the three massive chariots parked outside the Gundicha Temple, signals the start of preparations for the deities' return to their temple.Join Us on WhatsApp for Breaking News in English Following th…

Preparations begin for Lord Jagannath's 'Bahuda Yatra'

The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) with the help of Puri district administration and police on Wednesday started preparations for the 'Bahuda Yatra' (return car festival) of Lord Jagannath a day after the completion of 'Hera Panchami' rituals, an official said.