President, Vice President and PM extend greetings

New Delhi, Jul 16, 2026 : President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President C P Radhakrishnan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah have extended greetings to people in India and abroad on the sacred occasion of Jagannath Rath Yatra.

President Murmu said that it is a popular belief that during the grand procession, Mahaprabhu Shri Jagannath, along with Chakraraj Sudarshan, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra, comes out to meet devotees. She wished that the blessings of Mahaprabhu Jagannath bring happiness, peace and prosperity to the country and its people.

Vice President C P Radhakrishnan said the Rath Yatra reflects the values of faith, devotion, equality and collective harmony, and celebrates India’s rich civilisational heritage.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the Rath Yatra as a symbol of India’s timeless spiritual and cultural traditions. He said the festival embodies humility, collective participation and selfless service, and prayed for the well-being and prosperity of all.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said the world-famous Jagannath Rath Yatra represents faith, trust and devotion, and preserves India’s rich cultural heritage. He prayed for the happiness and well-being of everyone.