Puri, Dec 16: The special ‘Pahili Bhoga Niti’ commenced at Puri Srimandir on Tuesday, marking the auspicious Dhanu Sankranti, which signifies the Sun’s transition into Sagittarius (Dhanu Rashi). This ritual will continue for a month, till the day before Makar Sankranti, which falls on January 14, 2025.
As per the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA), the ‘Dwara Phita’ ritual was performed at 2:00 am today and will be observed throughout the month. During this period, the offering known as Pahili Bhog, along with Ballabh Bhog, will be presented to Lord Jagannath.
The temple will also conduct other daily rituals, including Mangala Arati, Rosha Homa, Mailama, Tadapa Lagi, and Abakasha. Following these, the ‘Kotha Bhog’ and other ceremonies will take place, with a detailed ritual schedule for the second Bhoga Mandap.
Throughout the day, various rituals such as Sandhya Alati, and Mailam will be observed. Offerings will include traditional delicacies like Bada Jhili, Darasua Badi, Badabada, Kakara, Amalu, Nail, Enduri, Mugei, Chadhei Neda, Ladu, Gaja, Gaintha, Manda, and Khaira Chula.
Pahili Bhog will be presented to the deities daily between 5:30 am and 6:00 am throughout the month. Thousands of devotees visit the centuries-old temple annually to witness this sacred ritual and receive the Pahili Bhoga on Dhanu Sankranti.
This event has drawn a significant crowd, enhancing the spiritual experience and providing devotees with an enriching divine encounter.
