Jagannathpur Rath Mela

The Ranchi Jagannathpur Rath Mela 2026 will begin on Thursday, July 16, 2026. Key Dates: Rath Yatra: July 16, 2026 (Ashadha Shukla Dwitiya) — The main Rath Yatra will depart from the Jagannathpur Temple in Dhurwa. Return Rath: July 24, 2026 (Friday). Suna Besha (Golden Attire): July 25, 2026 (Saturday). Fair Duration: Mainly from July 16 to 25, 2026 (mentioned as a 10-day festival in some sources). Location: Jagannathpur Temple, Dhurwa, Ranchi — This historic temple was built in 1691 by a Nagavanshi king and is in the style of the Puri Jagannath Temple. It is a cultural heritage of Ranchi. Preparation Status (as of July 2026) Full preparations are underway by the temple administration, district administration (DC Ranchi), police, and other departments. The chariot is being repaired and decorated by artisans from Odisha and West Bengal. Security: CCTV, heavy police force, traffic management, medical team, fire services, etc. Fair contract: Awarded for approximately ₹2.27 crore. Liquor sale completely banned within 500 meters of the fair premises. Likely to be inaugurated by Chief Minister Hemant Soren. This fair attracts millions of devotees, with cultural programs, swings, shops, etc. Devotees pull the chariots of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra. Note: Observe weather, traffic, and safety regulations. Check official sources of DC Ranchi or Jagannathpur Temple for the latest updates. Have a safe and enjoyable journey! #rathyatra #rath #jagannathtemple #jagannath