Rath Yatra 2027: when and what time
Rath Yatra falls on the bright Dwitiya of Asharh; in 2027 that is Monday 5 July, in both Kolkata and Dhaka. Bengal's oldest Rath is at Mahesh in Serampore.
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Date and Dwitiya tithi
Kolkata times are IST, Dhaka times BST.
| Day | What | When |
|---|---|---|
| Mon 5 Jul | Dwitiya tithi | 5 Jul 4:50 am to 6 Jul 1:13 am (Source: Drik Panchang, Ratha Yatra 2027 (Kolkata)) |
| Day | What | When |
|---|---|---|
| Mon 5 Jul | Dwitiya tithi | 5 Jul 5:20 am to 6 Jul 1:43 am (Source: Drik Panchang, Ratha Yatra 2027 (Dhaka)) |
Drik's page doesn't give the Ulto Rath (return) day; check your panjika.
Rath Yatra in Bengal
The Mahesh Rath in Serampore is the oldest in Bengal, celebrated since 1396 CE, and runs as a month-long festival. In Bangladesh, the Dhamrai Rath Yatra is one of the most important events for the Hindu community. (Source: Wikipedia, Ratha Yatra)
- Rath day means jilipi, papad and fair crowds; keep children's hands in yours.
Questions
- When is Rath Yatra in 2027?
- Monday 5 July 2027, in Kolkata and Dhaka (Drik Panchang).
- When is the Dwitiya tithi for Rath Yatra 2027?
- Kolkata: 5 Jul 4:50 am to 6 Jul 1:13 am. Dhaka: 5:20 am to 1:43 am.
- Which is the oldest Rath Yatra in Bengal?
- The Mahesh Rath in Serampore, since 1396 CE.