Religious Festival · West Bengal
Mahesh Rath Yatra, Serampore
Mahesh, Serampore, Serampore
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A long-established chariot festival at Mahesh, near Serampore.
The Rath Yatra at Mahesh, on the Hooghly near Serampore, draws large crowds and a fair. In 2026 it was held on 16 July.
Planning a visit
- When: Usually July. The next dates have not been announced yet. The last edition was held 16 Jul 2026.
- Where: Mahesh, Serampore, Serampore, West Bengal.
- Book stays early if your dates fall on the main days: towns fill up around popular fairs and festivals.
Sources
Last checked 27 October 2026. Dates and arrangements are set by the organisers and can change.
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