Chitalagi Amabasya
Rooted in Devotion Since 1968 – Shri Jagannath Mandir, Thyagraj Nagar, Delhi: A Living Legacy of Faith and Culture.
Chitalagi Amavasya 2025 Delhi will be celebrated with spiritual grandeur at Shri Jagannath Mandir, Thyagraj Nagar. This sacred Odia festival, also known as Chitau Amavasya, brings together rituals, food offerings like Chitau Pitha, and the reattachment of Chita ornaments to Lord Jagannath, symbolizing divine renewal and protection.Shri Jagannath Mandir at Thyagraj Nagar, New Delhi, isn’t just a temple — it’s a living embodiment of Odisha’s spiritual and cultural soul in the heart of the capital. Established in 1968 by passionate devotees and Odia community leaders, this temple is one of the oldest and most prominent Jagannath temples in NCR. Built in authentic Kalinga architectural style, the temple stands as a symbol of unity, service, and heritage.
From daily rituals to the annual Rath Yatra Mahotsav, from Odissi dance festivals to free Narayan Seva for the underprivileged — this sacred space has become a beacon of devotion and cultural identity for thousands. To learn more about the temple's heritage and ongoing activities, visit the official website at shrijagannathmandirdelhi.in.
What Is Chitalagi Amavasya?
Chitalagi Amavasya, fondly known as Chitau Amavasya, is a beloved Odia festival celebrated in the sacred month of Shravan. It beautifully unites faith, tradition, and the rhythms of nature. On this auspicious day, priests ceremoniously reattach the golden forehead ornaments (Chita) to the idols of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra—signifying divine renewal, grace, and protection.
This Amavasya also marks the traditional offering of Chitau Pitha (rice pancakes) to the deities — a practice believed to bring blessings of health, harmony, and prosperity.
Chitalagi Amavasya 2025 – Eco-Conscious Celebrations
This year, Chitalagi Amavasya 2025 at Shri Jagannath Mandir, Thyagraj Nagar will focus on sustainability and tradition, blending devotion with environmental awareness.
Eco-Friendly Highlights:
Volunteers will lovingly serve Anna Prasad and Chitau Pitha in eco-friendly clay plates and leaf bowls (dona-pattal), honoring tradition while eliminating plastic use.
No Single-Use Plastics: All decorative materials and packaging for offerings will be plastic-free, promoting a greener celebration.
Organic Chitau Pitha: Special pitha prepared with organic rice and jaggery by trained temple poojaris following Odia culinary heritage.
Sacred Tulsi Plant Distribution: Devotees will receive free Tulsi plants as part of a green outreach campaign – “Serve Nature, Serve Jagannath”.
Food Waste Management: All leftover Prasad will be distributed to the poor and homeless through the Narayan Seva program on the same day.
Why It’s Special – Unique Facts About the Celebration
Temple priests will adorn the deities with Chita ornaments during a special Arati, accompanied by the chanting of traditional Shlokas. For the first time, we will livestream this sacred ritual for devotees worldwide. Chitau Pitha Seva is open to all, and even those unable to attend in person can book offerings through the temple’s official contact channels.
The evening will feature a cultural program at Subhadra Kala Mandap, showcasing Chhau and Odissi dance with a spiritual message focused on ecological harmony. Step into the sacred tales of time our live storytelling sessions will unravel the mythological essence of Chitalagi Amavasya, inspired by treasured manuscripts from the temple’s Jagannath cultural archives. You are Invited
Whether you’ve long walked the path of Lord Jagannath or recently felt His divine presence, join us for Chitalagi Amavasya 2025 at Shri Jagannath Mandir, Thyagraj Nagar, New Delhi. Experience Odisha’s living heritage as we blend sacred traditions with conscious, sustainable devotion.
Come for the Darshan, stay for the cause.
Let’s make devotion sustainable one pitha at a time.
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Donate today, and let your seva become a timeless blessing.
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