Bhubaneswar, April 16 -- The famous Rukuna Rath Yatra of Lord Lingaraj is being celebrated in Bhubaneswar today, April 16.

As per the tradition, the popular festival of Lord Lingaraj will start from 'Ashokastami', today, and culminate on 'Bahuda' on April 20.

Significance of Rukuna Rath Yatra

The annual sojourn of Lord Lingaraj is also known as 'Papa Binashakari Jatra' (the sojourn which ends all sins). It also signifies its role in dispelling evil and sins. As per the popular Hindu belief, by having the darshan of chariot-ridden image of Lord Lingaraj, a devotee gets rid of all the sins.

The chariot or Rukuna Rath is also called 'Analeuta' as it does not take any turn during the return journey. The chariot maintains a straight course...