Somnath · Gujarat
Jagannath Rath Yatra 2028in Somnath
Exact puja times & muhurta computed for Somnath coordinates (20.89°N, 70.40°E)
Key Timings
Festival Date
Saturday, June 24, 2028
Sunrise
06:08
Sunset
19:32
Why This Date?
Jagannath Rath Yatra follows the Udaya Tithi rule – the festival is observed on the day when the required tithi prevails at sunrise. This is the default Dharmasindhu convention for festivals without a special time-window requirement.
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Deity
Lord Jagannath (Krishna)
Legend & History
Lord Jagannath (Krishna), along with siblings Balabhadra and Subhadra, travels from the main temple to Gundicha temple in Puri. The yatra symbolizes Krishna's journey from Gokul to Mathura, giving all...Read full legend →
Lord Jagannath (Krishna), along with siblings Balabhadra and Subhadra, travels from the main temple to Gundicha temple in Puri. The yatra symbolizes Krishna's journey from Gokul to Mathura, giving all devotees – regardless of caste – a chance for darshan.
How to Observe
Massive chariot processions through the streets of Puri. Devotees pull three enormous wooden chariots (rathas). The English word "juggernaut" derives from this festival. Similar yatras held in cities worldwide.
Significance
One of India's grandest festivals, symbolizing equality before God – Lord Jagannath leaves the sanctum so everyone can have darshan. Even pulling the chariot rope for a moment is considered highly meritorious.