iskcon Jodhpur

A Divine Journey of Love and Devotion

The Jagannath Rath Yatra, or the Festival of Chariots, is one of India’s oldest and most beloved festivals, originating over 5,000 years ago in Jagannath Puri, Odisha. It symbolizes the moment when Lord Jagannath, along with His siblings Baladev and Subhadra Devi, comes out of the temple to bless everyone with His darshan — even those who normally cannot enter a temple.

Through the efforts of ISKCON’s founder, His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, this sacred festival is now celebrated in cities across the world — including Jodhpur — with great enthusiasm and devotion.

Jagannath Rath Yatra 2025 – Celebrations in Jodhpur

Join ISKCON Jodhpur from 27th June to 5th July 2025 for a week-long celebration of devotion, service, and divine mercy. Witness two sacred Rath Yatras, home visits by the Lord, and the opportunity to personally serve Jagannath Ji.

🗓️ Festival Schedule

📍 27th June 2025 (Friday) – Grand Rath Yatra in Jodhpur City

• The festival begins with a magnificent Rath Yatra procession through Jodhpur’s main city.
• The Lords – Jagannath, Baladev, and Subhadra – will ride on a beautifully decorated chariot pulled by hundreds of devotees.
• The Yatra will begin and end in the city, accompanied by kirtans, devotional dancing, prasadam distribution, and cultural programs.

📍 28th June to 4th July 2025 – Lord Jagannath Visits Devotees’ Homes

• For seven days, one fortunate family each day will host the Lord of the Universe at their home.
• Families can offer bhoga, perform arti, arrange kirtans, and invite neighbors for prasadam.
• This is a special opportunity to receive Lord Jagannath’s personal blessings in your own home.

📍 5th July 2025 (Saturday) – Return Rath Yatra (Bahuda Yatra)

• The festival concludes with a second Rath Yatra — the Return Yatra, starting from Parwanth and ending at the ISKCON Jodhpur Temple.
• This yatra commemorates the Lord’s return journey to His temple, just like the Bahuda Yatra in Puri.
• Join us for chariot pulling, melodious kirtans, devotional dramas, and a grand prasadam feast at the temple.

🌟 How You Can Participate

• Pull the Chariot: Experience spiritual bliss by helping pull the Lord’s chariot.
• Host the Lord: Apply to host Lord Jagannath in your home (limited spots available).
• Volunteer for Seva: Help with prasadam, decoration, music, or logistics.
• Sponsor the Festival: Support this grand spiritual celebration and earn divine blessings.

📍 Event Venue

ISKCON Jodhpur Temple
📞 Contact: To be published soon

Let’s Welcome Lord Jagannath into Our City and Our Hearts

Come, be a part of this spiritually enriching journey, where the Lord Himself steps out to meet us with open arms. Let your heart dance to the holy names and your soul soak in the nectar of divine love.

Hare Krishna!