As devotees across the country celebrated the annual Rath Yatra with religious fervour and grand processions on Friday, colourful scenes emerged from different states, showcasing India's rich cultural diversity and deep-rooted spiritual traditions. From the iconic chariot procession in Odisha's Puri to vibrant celebrations in Goa and other regions, thousands of devotees gathered to pull elaborately decorated chariots, offer prayers and participate in festivities dedicated to Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Goddess Subhadra. Here are glimpses of how India marked the sacred festival. (Pics/ PTI)

Around 15 lakh devotees on Sunday, July 6, witnessed Lord Jagannath and his siblings Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra's 'Suna Besha' (golden attire) ritual on chariots parked in front of Jagannath Temple, a 12th-century shrine, in Puri amid unprecedented security arrangements (Report and Pics/PTI)