Year-Round Celebrations
Events & Festivals
Discover the sacred traditions and vibrant festivals celebrated at Sri Dadhibaman Temple.
The Main Event
The Grand Chariot Festival
The Ratha Jatra of Sri Dadhibaman is the most famous festival of Western Odisha, attracting lakhs of devotees.
The Journey to Mausi Maa
On this auspicious day, Lord Dadhibaman comes out of His abode to journey to the nearby Mausi Maa Temple, giving darshan to lakhs of devotees.
It is a core belief that a single glimpse of Sri Dadhibaman sitting atop the richly decorated chariot grants Moksha (salvation).
Key Rituals of the Jatra
Pahandi Ritual
The divine journey of the Lord from the temple's sanctum to the top of the chariot in a grand procession.
Chhera Pahanra
The Gountia of Bhatli performs the ceremonial sweeping of the chariot's floor with scented water.
Ratha Chhuan
An age-old tradition of parents bringing new-borns to touch the sacred chariot for blessings.
Our Celebrations
Other Festivals
Throughout the year, many festivals associated with Lord Dadhibaman are
celebrated with great enthusiasm.
