History behind RATH YATRA:The Rath Yatra, or Chariot Festival, is a Hindu festival with deep historical and mythological roots, particularly associated with Lord Jagannath, an incarnation of Lord Krishna, in Puri, Odisha. It commemorates Lord Jagannath's annual journey from the Jagannath Temple to the Gundicha Temple, believed to be his aunt's home, and back. This festival is a vibrant celebration of faith, tradition, and the enduring connection between the divine and devotees. Divine Journey: The core of the festival is the story of Lord Jagannath's desire to visit his birthplace, Mathura, or alternatively, his sister Subhadra's desire to visit her aunt's home, leading to the annual chariot procession.

NOTE: JAGARNATH MENS LORD KRISHNA BALBHADRA MENS KRISHNAS BROTHER SUBHADRA MEANS KRISHNA'S SISTER AND JAGARNATH WORD MEANS JAGAAT: UNIVERSE NATH:GOD MEANS LORD OF THE UNIVERSE