Rath Yatra in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, is an annual Hindu chariot festival celebrating the journey of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra in decorated wooden chariots. It draws large crowds who pull the chariots through the city, symbolizing community devotion and spiritual unity.

Key facts

• Location: Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India

• Main deity: Lord Jagannath

• Timing: June or July (Ashadha month, per Hindu lunar calendar)

• Major ritual: Procession of chariots pulled by devotees

• Cultural role: Promotes interfaith harmony and regional craftsmanship