The day before Rathayatra, Lord Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu took all the devotees to the Gundica temple and everyone, including Lord Caitanya, very seriously cleansed the whole temple in readiness for the arrival of Lord Jagannatha, Lord Baladeva and Lady Subhadra.
This amazing pastime is found in Sri Caitanya Caritamrta, Madhya-lila, Chapter 12: The Cleansing of the Guṇḍicā Temple
My dear Lord, washing the temple is not service befitting You. Nonetheless, if You wish to do so, it is to be accepted as one of Your pastimes.
(CC Madhya 12.76)
Festival Highlights:
June 26, Thursday – Gundica Marjana
Join us in the sacred cleaning of the temple as we prepare to welcome the Lordships with love and purity.
June 27, Friday – Grand Ratha Yatra Procession
From Rajapur Jagannatha Temple to ISKCON Mayapur, featuring:
- Harinam Sankirtan
- Traditional Pahandi Vijay procession
- Inspiring Cultural Programs
- Books and Prasadam Distribution
June 28 – July 4 – Gundica Festival (7 Days)
Lord Jagannatha, Baladeva, and Subhadra devi will reside in the Panchatattva Temple Hall with daily devotional activities:
- Bhoga Bhandar counter for multiple aratis
- Ananda Bazar: Jagannatha Mahaprasadam for all
- Gaura-Jagannatha Katha sessions
- Cultural Competitions: Drawing, Dance, Coloring, Quiz, Sloka, Drama
- Jagannathashtakam singing & Lamp offering
- Jagannatha Market with special prasadam stalls
June 29, Sunday – Children’s Ratha Yatra
A beautiful parade led by our children, pulling the chariots around the TOVP – celebrating devotion from a young age!
July 1, Tuesday – Hera Panchami Festival
Witness the divine Swarna Vesha (Golden Dress) of the Lordships in a majestic and memorable celebration.
July 5, Saturday – Ulta Ratha Yatra
Join us for the return journey of the Lordships from Gundica Temple back to Rajapur in a grand concluding procession.
Let us come together to serve, celebrate, and receive the blessings of Lord Jagannatha during this most merciful and joyous festival.
Seva Opportunities for Ratha Yatra Festival
Main Festival Sevas
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Gundicha Mandir – ₹1,00,001/-
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Procession – ₹1,00,001/-
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Lighting for Campus – ₹1,00,001/-
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Free Prasadam Distribution – ₹51,001/-
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Rath Cloth (Jagannatha–Baladeva–Subhadra) – ₹51,001/-
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Sri Sri Jagannatha Mandir Flower Decoration – ₹51,001/-
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All Chariots Flower Decoration – ₹51,001/-
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Sound System – ₹50,001/-
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Prasadam for Devotees (Main & Return Ratha Yatra) – ₹1,00,001/-
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Lighting for Ratha Yatra – ₹25,001/-
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Ratha Rope (Jagannatha–Baladeva–Subhadra) – ₹15,001/-
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Arati Plate – ₹15,001/-
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Ratha Bhoga – ₹10,001/-
Daily Seva (for 7 Days)
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Balya Bhoga Seva – ₹5,101/-
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Sri Sri Jagannath Raj Bhoga Offering – ₹10,001/-
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Evening Bhoga Seva – ₹7,001/-
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Jagannatha–Baladeva–Subhadra Garland – ₹5,001/-
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Ghee, Honey, etc. – ₹5,001/-
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Puja Abhishek – ₹3,001/-
Prasadam Distribution for Pilgrims on the Way
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Sri Sri Jagannatha Ratha – ₹25,001/-
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Sri Sri Baladeva Ratha – ₹25,001/-
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Sri Sri Subhadra Ratha – ₹25,001/-
Deity Dress (Day Seva)
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Sri Sri Jagannatha Ratha – ₹35,001/-
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Sri Sri Baladeva Ratha – ₹35,001/-
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Sri Sri Subhadra Ratha – ₹25,001/-
Deity Dress (Night Seva)
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Sri Sri Jagannatha Ratha – ₹15,001/-
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Sri Sri Baladeva Ratha – ₹15,001/-
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Sri Sri Subhadra Ratha – ₹10,001/-
If you feel inspired to sponsor a specific seva, please mention the name of the seva clearly in the ‘Donation Notes’ while making your offering.