Today, the holy ritual of Jagannath’s Snan Yatra was observed at the Jagannath Temple in Agartala. This ritual marks the beginning of the annual 15-day-long festival, which will culminate in the grand Rath Yatra.
Devotees from all over the region gathered at the temple to witness this auspicious event and seek the blessings of Lord Jagannath. The Snan Yatra is a symbolic bathing ceremony of the deities that is believed to cleanse them of all impurities and sins.
During the Snan Yatra, the idols of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra are bathed with holy water and various rituals are performed to honour them. The devotees also participate in the rituals and offer prayers to the deities.
After the Snan Yatra, preparations will begin for the Rath Yatra, which is a grand procession where the idols of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra are taken out in chariots and pulled through the streets of Agartala. The Rath Yatra is one of the most important festivals in the region and is celebrated with great fervour and enthusiasm.
The Jagannath Temple in Agartala is a popular pilgrimage site and attracts thousands of devotees during the annual festival. The temple authorities have made elaborate arrangements to ensure the smooth conduct of the rituals and the safety of the devotees.
Overall, the Snan Yatra marks the beginning of a joyous and festive period for the devotees of Lord Jagannath in Agartala. The festival is a time for prayer, devotion, and celebration as devotees come together to seek the blessings of the divine.
