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Religion
International Kullu Dussehra Opens with Grand Rath Yatra, Valley Resonates with ‘Jai Shri Ram’
✍️ Punjab Newsline
🗓 22 Oct 2026, 09:02 AM
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The International Kullu Dussehra festival kicked off today with a grand rath yatra, drawing devotees and tourists to the Himachal valley where chants of ‘Jai Shri Ram’ filled the air.
The International Kullu Dussehra festival began this morning with a grand rath yatra that departed from the main temple in Kullu town. The procession, adorned with floral garlands and bright drapes, moved through the streets, drawing a crowd of locals and visitors.
Devotees lined the route, chanting hymns and offering prayers as the chariots passed. The sound of ‘Jai Shri Ram’ echoed across the valley, creating a festive atmosphere that resonated with the historic spirit of the festival.
The event attracted people from across India and several foreign tourists, who joined in the celebrations and witnessed the traditional rites associated with Dussehra. The festival is part of the annual Dussehra celebrations that highlight cultural heritage and religious devotion in the region.
Local authorities noted that the rath yatra was well organized, with security and crowd management measures in place to ensure a safe and joyous experience for all participants.
Devotees lined the route, chanting hymns and offering prayers as the chariots passed. The sound of ‘Jai Shri Ram’ echoed across the valley, creating a festive atmosphere that resonated with the historic spirit of the festival.
The event attracted people from across India and several foreign tourists, who joined in the celebrations and witnessed the traditional rites associated with Dussehra. The festival is part of the annual Dussehra celebrations that highlight cultural heritage and religious devotion in the region.
Local authorities noted that the rath yatra was well organized, with security and crowd management measures in place to ensure a safe and joyous experience for all participants.