Quick Summary: Anasara Period 2026
- Total Closed Days: 15 Days (Anasara)
- Start Date: Snana Purnima day.
- Primary Alternative Darshan: Alarnath Temple in Brahmagiri (approx. 23 km from Puri).
- Reopening Date: Navayoubana Darshan (just before Rath Yatra starts).
Why is Jagannath Temple Closed for 15 Days?
Following the holy bathing ritual of Snana Purnima, the deities—Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra—traditionally fall sick due to the heavy water baths. They are kept in a secret quarantine chamber known as the **Anasara Ghar** for 15 days to recover. During this period, public darshan at the main Puri temple is completely closed, and the temple priests treat the deities with secret herbal medicines and specialized diets.
Jagannath Temple Closed Dates 2026
📅 Schedule Highlights:
The Anasara closed period in 2026 begins immediately after Snana Purnima and continues for 15 days leading up to the grand Rath Yatra chariot festival. Make sure to schedule your visit accordingly as no main-altar darshan is allowed inside the main temple.
Where to Visit During Anasara (Alternative Darshan)
Since darshan is closed in Puri, thousands of devotees travel to the holy **Alarnath Temple** in Brahmagiri. It is believed that Lord Jagannath manifests himself as Lord Alarnath (a form of four-armed Vishnu) during the 15-day Anasara period.
- Travel to Alarnath: You can easily book a private Alarnath Temple Brahmagiri taxi for a direct and comfortable darshan trip.
- Distance & Time: The temple is located about 23 km from Puri. For detailed route plans, check our guide on the Puri to Alarnath Temple distance.