Niladri Bije — പ്രാധാന്യം
Final day of the Puri Rath Yatra cycle, observed on Ashadha Shukla Trayodashi when the trinity finally re-enters the sanctum of the main Jagannath Temple after several days parked on Their chariots at the Singhadwara. A celebrated playful episode unfolds at the temple gate — Goddess Mahalakshmi initially refuses Jagannath entry (resentful of His long absence), and He pacifies Her with Rasagola sweets before the deities are taken inside.
Niladri Bije — പ്രാധാന്യം
After Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra and Subhadra return from the Gundicha Temple on Bahuda Yatra (Day 10), the chariots remain at the Singhadwara — the lion gate of the main temple — for three days. On Trayodashi, the deities are taken from the chariots into the temple. According to Puri tradition, Goddess Mahalakshmi, who had been left behind in the main temple, is displeased that Jagannath went to Gundicha without informing Her. She bars the door of the Jay Vijay Dwar (the inner gate). Jagannath, in a beloved act of placation, offers Her Rasagola — the round chhena sweet — to win Her forgiveness. Only then does She permit Him entry. This episode is the origin of "Rasagola Dibasa," celebrated across Odisha on the same day with mass distribution of the sweet.
Niladri Bije — പൂജാ വിധി
- Devotees gather at the Singhadwara of the Jagannath Temple in Puri from dawn to witness the procession.
- The deities are carried from the chariots by the temple servitors in the Pahandi procession.
- Rasagolas are offered as Bhog inside the temple after Mahalakshmi's ritual acceptance.
- Devotees fast or eat sattvic food during the day; Rasagola is shared as prasad in the evening.
- The deities are placed back on the Ratna Singhasana (jewel-studded throne) in the sanctum.
- Households across Odisha observe Rasagola Dibasa — offering and consuming Rasagolas in remembrance of the leela.
Niladri Bije — പരമ്പരാഗത വിഭവങ്ങൾ
- ●Rasagola (Odia chhena rasagola)
- ●Khaja
- ●Chhena Poda
- ●Mahaprasad
Niladri Bije — ചെയ്യേണ്ടവ / ചെയ്യരുതാത്തവ
ചെയ്യേണ്ടവ
- ✓Visit Puri or a local Jagannath temple if possible
- ✓Offer Rasagola at Jagannath's altar
- ✓Read or share the leela of Mahalakshmi's anger and Jagannath's placation
ചെയ്യരുതാത്തവ
- ✗Avoid arguments at home — the day commemorates reconciliation
- ✗Do not break the Rasagola fast before the evening offering
Niladri Bije — FAQ
- Niladri Bije എന്താണ്?
- Final day of the Puri Rath Yatra cycle, observed on Ashadha Shukla Trayodashi when the trinity finally re-enters the sanctum of the main Jagannath Temple after several days parked on Their chariots at the Singhadwara.
- Niladri Bije 2026 എപ്പോൾ?
- 2026ൽ Niladri Bije 2026, ജൂലൈ 27, തിങ്കളാഴ്ചന് വരും.
- What are the Niladri Bije puja rituals?
- Devotees gather at the Singhadwara of the Jagannath Temple in Puri from dawn to witness the procession.; The deities are carried from the chariots by the temple servitors in the Pahandi procession.; Rasagolas are offered as Bhog inside the temple after Mahalakshmi's ritual acceptance.; Devotees fast or eat sattvic food during the day; Rasagola is shared as prasad in the evening.
- What to eat on Niladri Bije?
- Rasagola (Odia chhena rasagola), Khaja, Chhena Poda, Mahaprasad
- What should you do on Niladri Bije?
- Visit Puri or a local Jagannath temple if possible; Offer Rasagola at Jagannath's altar; Read or share the leela of Mahalakshmi's anger and Jagannath's placation
- What should you avoid on Niladri Bije?
- Avoid arguments at home — the day commemorates reconciliation; Do not break the Rasagola fast before the evening offering
- Niladri Bije ദിവസം ഏത് ദേവതയെ ആരാധിക്കണം?
- Niladri Bije Jagannath, Balabhadra, Subhadraക്ക് സമർപ്പിതം.
Upcoming Niladri Bije Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
Niladri Bije is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.
Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)
| Date | Day | Moonrise Time | Special Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 ജൂലൈ 27 | തിങ്കളാഴ്ച | 05:55 pm | — |
| 2027 ജൂലൈ 16 | വെള്ളിയാഴ്ച | 05:51 pm | — |