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World famous Rath Yatra begins in Puri in Odisha

<span style="color: #222222;">The world famous annual Rath Yatra or Chariot Festival began at Puri in Odisha on Tuesday. <br />''<br />''This is one of the most awaited Hindu festivals in the country. The festival, began with idols of Lord Jagannath and his two siblings – elder brother Lord Balabhadra and younger sister Devi Subhadra appearing before the public in three majestically decorated chariots while on their way on a nine-day sojourn to their aunt's place, Gundicha Temple. Around 10 lakh devotees thronged the pilgrim city to catch a glimpse of deities on chariots.</span> <br />''<br />''<span style="color: #222222;">President Draupadi Murmu, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted people on the occasion. </span>

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