Mumbai: Jagannath Rath Yatra is more than a religious procession—it’s a divine journey said to absolve sins, usher in prosperity, and bring the devotee closer to moksha. Each year, this revered Yatra begins on the Dwitiya Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the Hindu month of Ashadha. In 2025, the grand celebration commences on Friday, 27 June, with millions of devotees witnessing the sacred chariots roll out from the Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha.
The festival sees Lord Jagannath, along with his elder brother Balabhadra and sister Subhadra, travel to the Gundicha Temple in three majestic chariots. According to Hindu belief, participating in or even witnessing this sacred event is spiritually purifying. But did you know that bringing certain blessed items from the Rath Yatra into your home is also considered deeply auspicious? These items are believed to attract wealth, harmony, and divine protection.
Known as Nirmalya, this is a special form of dry rice offered to Lord Jagannath in Puri. Prepared inside the temple’s sacred Koili Vaikuntha, this holy prasad is believed to destroy all sins and grant salvation when consumed. Bringing Nirmalya home is said to infuse the household with divine energy and peace.
The giant chariots used in the Yatra are traditionally constructed from sacred neem wood. After the festival concludes, small pieces of these chariots are distributed to devotees. Keeping a piece of this wood at home is believed to attract blessings and bring long-term prosperity and protection to the family.
If you’re unable to attend the Rath Yatra in person, you can still invite divine blessings into your life by bringing home a small idol or photograph of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Goddess Subhadra. It is advised to worship these images regularly to receive their grace.
Lord Jagannath is considered a form of Lord Vishnu, and Tulsi (holy basil) is especially dear to him. Bringing home a Tulsi mala from Puri during the Yatra is believed to purify the energy of your space and remove negativity. It’s a powerful symbol of spiritual connection.
Often referred to as Anna Brahma, the Mahaprasad of Jagannath Temple holds immense spiritual significance. Taking it home and sharing it with family members is said to remove suffering and invite divine protection. Many devotees believe that Mahaprasad acts as a shield against misfortune.
Whether you join the Rath Yatra in person or from afar, bringing these sacred items home can fill your life with divine grace, protection, and abundance. Consider them as spiritual souvenirs that carry the energy of one of the most powerful pilgrimages in Hinduism.
(Disclaimer: The information provided is based on traditional beliefs and religious texts. News9 Live does not endorse or validate these claims.)
