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Ambassador Arun Goel participated in the 10th Traditional Indian Chariot Festival ‘Rathayatra’ organised by ISKCON Zagreb on 12th July 2025 in the City of Zagreb

July 14, 2025

It was a joyful and spiritually uplifting day as the historic Ratha-Yatra (Festival of Chariots) made its way through downtown Zagreb, passing through the city’s main squares and bringing alive a vibrant 3,000-year-old tradition from Odisha, India. Ambassador Goel warmly congratulated all the devotees associated with ISKCON and emphasised the timeless relevance of Lord Krishna’s teachings in fostering both individual growth and collective social harmony. The event was also graced by the presence of Mr. Veljko Kajtazi, Member of the Croatian Parliament. Attendees were treated to captivating performances of Kathak and Odissi, two classical Indian dance forms that added a rich cultural dimension to the celebrations.