Rath Yatra in India
In 2026, Rath Yatra falls on Thursday, 16 July 2026.
About Rath Yatra
Rath Yatra is a major Hindu festival centered on the chariot procession of Lord Jagannath, his brother Balabhadra, and sister Subhadra. Celebrated primarily in Puri, Odisha, devotees pull massive, ornately decorated wooden chariots through the streets to symbolize the journey of the deities. It is a highly significant religious observance that attracts millions of pilgrims annually.
Rath Yatra dates in India
Observance dates for Rath Yatra across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 20 Jun 2023 | Tuesday | Rath Yatra |
| 2024 | 7 Jul 2024 | Sunday | Rath Yatra |
| 2025 | 27 Jun 2025 | Friday | Rath Yatra |
| 2026This year | 16 Jul 2026 | Thursday | Rath Yatra |
| 2027 | 5 Jul 2027 | Monday | Rath Yatra |
| 2028 | 24 Jun 2028 | Saturday | Rath Yatra |
| 2029 | 13 Jul 2029 | Friday | Rath Yatra |
| 2030 | 2 Jul 2030 | Tuesday | Rath Yatra |
| 2031 | 22 Jun 2031 | Sunday | Rath Yatra |
20 Jun 2023
Tuesday · Rath Yatra
7 Jul 2024
Sunday · Rath Yatra
27 Jun 2025
Friday · Rath Yatra
16 Jul 2026
Thursday · Rath Yatra
5 Jul 2027
Monday · Rath Yatra
24 Jun 2028
Saturday · Rath Yatra
13 Jul 2029
Friday · Rath Yatra
2 Jul 2030
Tuesday · Rath Yatra
22 Jun 2031
Sunday · Rath Yatra