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Bastar Dussehra - Bastar Heritage Trail
Celebrated for over 75 days, Bastar Dussehra is one of the longest festivals in the world. It is a pompous get-together of the local deities, with no linkage to the epic Ramayana. On Hareli Amavasya every year, the first ritual of Bastar Dussehra is celebrated, called Paat Jatra. A dense wooden log of Sal tree, brought from the forests near Kanger Valley National Park, is revered by the people on....
Celebrated for over 75 days, Bastar Dussehra is one of the longest festivals in the world. It is a pompous get-together of the local deities, with no linkage to the epic Ramayana. On Hareli Amavasya every year, the first ritual of Bastar Dussehra is celebrated, called Paat Jatra. A dense wooden log of Sal tree, brought from the forests near Kanger Valley National Park, is revered by the people on this day. That log is called TurluKhotla. Sacrificial ceremonies are conducted to appease the spirits and local deities. This Heritage Walk is meant to introduce the participants with the many rituals of Bastar Dussehra and the linkage of tribal culture with the royal dynasty of Eastern Chalukyas.
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Activities
• Pat Jatra: The festival kicks off with the sacred Pat Jatra ritual, marking the beginning of the celebrations.
• Rath Yatra: The grand procession where the sacred chariot is pulled through Jagdalpur, symbolizing the unity of the people.
• Muria Durbar: A royal assembly of tribal chiefs and the Maharaja of Bastar, celebrating tribal unity and tradition.
• Kachhangudi Puja: A unique evening ritual filled with traditional music and dance.
• Rani Rath Parikrama: A special chariot procession in honorof the queen, featuring vibrant cultural performances.
Each of these events reflects the deep spiritual and cultural roots of Bastar, making the Dussehra festival a must-visit for anyone interested in India’s rich traditions.
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Organized By
District Government
Mr. Prakash Kumar Sarve
Jagdalpur
9406111751
bastar[dot]cg[at]nic[dot]in
How to reach
The nearest airport is Maa Danteshwari Airport, Jagdalpur,
which is 4 KMs away.
The nearest convenient railway station is Jagdalpur,
which is 4 KMs away.
The nearest major city is Jagdalpur,
which is 0KMs away.
