A controversy has erupted over ISKCON's practice of organizing the Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath on dates other than the traditionally prescribed Ashadha Shukla Dwitiya. The Puri Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA), Gajapati Maharaja, and Shankaracharya have expressed strong disapproval, stating that this violates scriptural traditions. Despite objections, ISKCON has been organizing 'untimely' Rath Yatras in countries like Australia, the UK, and the USA citing logistical and holiday constraints. Devotees believe this undermines the sanctity of the Jagannath culture. https://sambad.in/state/iskcons-aatithi-rath-yatra-tradition-is-against-11870687 #creator program