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Gajapati Maharaja letter to ISKCON

Gajapati Maharaja Urges ISKCON to Follow Scriptural Dates for Rath Yatra 2025

Puri, June 16, (Newshub Desk) — Gajapati Maharaja Dibyasingha Deb has penned a letter to Govardhan Das Prabhu, Chairman of ISKCON’s Governing Body Commission, calling for strict adherence to scripturally sanctioned dates for Snana Yatra and Rath Yatra celebrations across the globe. The Gajapati expressed concern over several international ISKCON centres deviating from the traditional calendar,…

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Puri Rath Yatra 2025 preparations

Puri Rath Yatra 2025: Odisha Boosts Preparations with Ministerial Committee

Bhubaneswar, June 6, ( Newshub Desk) – In preparation for the Puri Rath Yatra 2025, the Odisha government has formed a Ministerial Committee, headed by Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida, to oversee the arrangements for the world-renowned festival. The Law Department announced the formation of the committee, which includes ministers from Law, Works & Excise, Health,…

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Odisha Rath Yatra 2025 transport plan

Odisha’s Rath Yatra 2025: Special Transport Arrangements for Devotees

( Newshub Desk) In Puri for the world-famous Rath Yatra 2025, the Odisha State Transport Authority (STA) has rolled out an extensive travel and safety strategy. Led by Transport Commissioner Amitabh Thakur, authorities, including the police and the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), gathered to streamline transportation and ensure a hassle-free pilgrimage. Traffic Management:…

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ISKCON’s Rath Yatra Faces Backlash as Puri Servitors Demand Ban

Puri, May 17, 2025 ( Newshub Desk): As ISKCON prepares for its Rath Yatra tomorrow, strong opposition from the local servitors has intensified. The servitors of the Jagannath Temple assert that ISKCON’s unauthorised event violates sacred traditions and threatens the spiritual fabric of the region. Concerned about the repeated disregard for established customs, servitors have…

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