Rath Yatra VIP Darshan Pass
How to Get Rath Yatra VIP Darshan Passes
1️⃣ Official Source – Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA)
- VIP passes are limited and issued officially by SJTA in coordination with the Odisha state government.
- Primarily reserved for:
- Dignitaries, senior officials, politicians.
- Media personnel.
- Sponsors of major temple events.
- Very few passes are allocated to travel agencies, hotels, and tourism operators officially registered with Odisha Tourism.
2️⃣ Book through Reputed Tour Operators
- Some authorized tour operators bundle VIP passes with Rath Yatra tour packages.
- Examples:
- Orissa Tourism Official Tours → They sometimes secure a limited quota for guests.
- Puri Resorts & Visitorissa → Offer special seating/viewing area passes as part of premium packages.
- These passes cannot be purchased online separately; you need to book the whole package.
3️⃣ Hotel Concierge in Puri
- High-end hotels like Mayfair Heritage, Sterling Puri, or Toshali Sands occasionally help VIP guests secure passes.
- This is typically arranged weeks or months in advance and subject to availability.
4️⃣ No Direct Online Booking for VIP Passes
- There is no official online portal selling VIP passes alone.
- Be cautious: Many websites or agents claiming to sell stand-alone VIP passes online are fraudulent.
📌 Approximate Cost
- VIP packages with passes included start at ₹9,000–₹30,000+ per person (covering hotel stay, transport, meals, and pass).
- The VIP pass itself is not sold separately and comes as part of the premium package.
📞 Where to Inquire for VIP Pass Packages
✅ Orissa Tourism Contact
- Phone: +91 7008505994
- Website: digirathyatra.com – Rath Yatra Tour
- Phone: +91 7008505994
- Website:digirathyatra.com – Rath Yatra Tour
⚠️ Important Notes
🚫 Avoid middlemen promising VIP passes without a proper travel package — they’re often scams.
📝 If you plan to go, finalize your booking at least 1–2 months before the Rath Yatra date — passes run out very fast.
