Suna Besha 2025: Holy Trinity Dazzle in Golden Attire

Puri:6/7/25:On the auspicious occasion of Ashadha Shukla Ekadashi, Lord Jagannath, along with Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra, adorned in the magnificent Suna Besha (golden attire), offered darshan to devotees atop their three chariots stationed at the Singhadwar in Puri. Known as the “Bada Tadhau Besha,” this grand golden attire reflects the divine royalty of Mahaprabhu Jagannath, the King of Kings, captivating devotees with its regal splendor.

The holy town of Puri buzzed with devotion as thousands gathered to witness the deities resplendent in gold ornaments. Over 15 lakh devotees thronged the Bada Danda to behold this divine spectacle, their hearts filled with spiritual fervor.

According to the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration, the day’s rituals commenced with Mangala Alati from 7:15 AM to 7:35 AM, followed by Tadap Lagi from 7:30 AM to 7:50 AM, Abakash from 8:30 AM to 8:45 AM, and the Suna Besha preparations concluding by 9:25 AM.

Further rituals included Gopal Ballabh from 10:20 AM to 10:30 AM, Sakala Dhupa from 10:55 AM to 12:00 PM, Mailam from 12:10 PM to 12:40 PM, and Sarbanga from 1:20 PM to 1:30 PM. The evening rituals, including Sandhya Alati and Ekadashi Sarbanga, took place from 4:10 PM to 4:40 PM, with the Suna Besha darshan beginning at 4:44 PM.

The Suna Besha, one of the most significant events of the Rath Yatra, is a rare and mesmerising sight, as the deities are adorned with gold ornaments only five times a year. While four of these occasions—Magha Purnima, Kartika Purnima, Pausha Purnima, and Dussehra—take place on the Ratna Simhasana inside the Shree Jagannath Temple, the Suna Besha during Rath Yatra is unique as it occurs atop the chariots, allowing devotees from all walks of life to witness this divine grandeur.

Unlike the temple rituals, which are restricted to certain devotees, the chariot-based Suna Besha ensures that everyone can partake in this sacred experience, making it the grandest of all. The divine sight of the Chaturdha Murti (the four deities) in their golden attire left devotees in awe, marking yet another unforgettable moment in the spiritual legacy of Shree Kshetra.

The Suna Besha, or the Golden Attire, of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra, is one of the most awe-inspiring spectacles in the spiritual landscape of Puri’s Shri Jagannath Temple.

Held annually on the sacred occasion of Bahuda Ekadashi during the Rath Yatra, this divine event transforms the Bada Danda (Grand Road) into a sea of devotees, all eager to witness the deities adorned in resplendent gold ornaments. This year, on July 6, 2025, the Suna Besha captivated lakhs of devotees, blending history, tradition, and unparalleled devotion