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Jun 28, 2025
Puri Rath Yatra 2025: Chariot maneuvering issues
This year's Puri Rath Yatra saw an unexpected delay when Lord Balabhadra's chariot got stuck at a tricky turn on the Grand Road—mainly because way more people showed up than planned.
With crowds spilling into restricted areas, moving the massive chariot became tough, and the procession had to pause for a while, leaving many devotees concerned.
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Officials promise better crowd management next time
After acknowledging the chaos, event officials have promised better crowd management for future festivals—including the upcoming Bahuda Yatra.
They're looking to use this year's experience to make sure things run smoother and everyone stays safe going forward.