Gandhinagar, June 27 -- On the occasion of Ashadhi Bij, the Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel offered prayers to Lord Jagannathji and, along with the saints and dignitaries present, ceremoniously placed the idols of Lord Jagannathji, Subhadraji, and Balramji in the chariot.

Following the rituals, the Chief Minister, with other dignitaries and seers, ceremonially commenced the Rath Yatra.

The CM extended his warm wishes to all on the occasion of Rath Yatra, Ashadhi Bij, and the Kutchhi New Year, a release said.

As the chariots began their journey, devotees chanted "Jai Ranchhod, Makhan Chor,". Speaking on the occasion, Swami Balkrishnadasji noted that while Rath Yatras are held across India, the Rath Yatra of Ahmedabad holds special promin...