Sri Banashankari Rathayatra (fair) 2023 Dates – Badami

 

The annual Rath Yatra at the famous Banashankari Temple in Badami in Karnataka is observed on Paush Purnima day according to the traditional Hindu calendar that is followed in Karnataka. Banashankari Temple is dedicated to Goddess Shakti and the Rath Yatra attracts lakhs of devotees from Karnataka and Maharashtra. On the Rath Yatra day, Goddess Banashankari is taken around the streets near the temple. Devotees pull the temple chariot and this action is believed to be highly meritorious and sacred for them.

2023 Dates: January 15 - January 20.