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Heavy rain forces suspension of Rath Yatra 'Dakshina Moda' ritual in Puri

Heavy rain delays ‘Dakshina Moda’ of chariots at Puri’s Gundicha Temple in Puri

July 22, 2026Fact Now

Heavy rainfall and severe waterlogging near Puri’s Gundicha Temple forced temple authorities to temporarily suspend the Dakshina Moda (southward turning) ritual of two major chariots on Tuesday evening, officials said. Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) Chief Administrator Arabinda Padhee stated...

Preparations gather pace at Gundicha Temple in Puri ahead of Rath Yatra

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Preparations in full swing at Gundicha Temple in Odisha’s Puri ahead of Rath Yatra; officials say arrangements in final stage

July 12, 2026Fact Now

Preparations are moving forward at full throttle at the Gundicha Temple in Odisha's holy town of Puri ahead of the annual Rath Yatra, with the shrine being adorned to welcome Lord Jagannath and his siblings – Lord Balabhadra and Devi...