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The Jagannath temple in the city is all set to host its 141st rath yatra this year, amid tight security and fanfare. This year will mark the first time that the Jagat Guru of Ramanand Sampraday will be attending the rath yatra. “It is unique to this rath yatra that we offer khichdi as prasad here,” he said. This rath yatra, the deity will be dressed up as a royal. “They have also decided to light all the heritage buildings on the yatra route as a mark of celebration,” said Jha..