Bahuda Yatra, the return journey of the deities was held at the Paradip Port Town here with much fervour. The yatra was organised by the Jagannath Samaj.
Chairman, PPA PL Haranadh performed the "Chhera Pahanra" rituals in the chariot. Hundreds of devotees irrespective of caste, creed and religion participated. They pulled the chariot with much gusto.
The port employees, CISF personnel, public from Paradip Municipality and adjoining areas joined the chariot pulling.
The trinity's journey from Gundicha temple to the Jagannath temple reverberated with sounds of conch, mridangam and chanting of religious verse and “Jai Jagannath”. Covid appropriate behaviour was adhered to during the entire event.
Another important ritual, Suna Besha, will be held on Sunday when the deities will be attired in gold ornaments.