Construction of the sacred wooden chariots for the annual Rath Yatra in Puri commenced on Akshaya Tritiya, with sacred logs ceremonially placed at the Ratha Khala. The auspicious day also marked the beginning of the 42-day Chandan Yatra, observed in two phases. Puri police have announced a strict ban on fireworks during the festival following a tragic incident.
Construction of the sacred wooden chariots for the annual Rath Yatra in Puri commenced on Akshaya Tritiya, with sacred logs ceremonially placed at the Ratha Khala. The auspicious day also marked the beginning of the 42-day Chandan Yatra, observed in two phases. Puri police have announced a strict ban on fireworks during the festival following a tragic incident.