Spiritual leader condemns untimely Rath in Taiwan

An Odia spiritual leader in Australia has protested ISKCON’s alleged early Rath Yatra celebration in Taiwan, urging the organization to respect Lord Jagannath’s traditions and the sacred calendar. Tarun Agasti expressed concern that such actions could compromise the integrity of Jagannath culture and mislead devotees. He appealed to ISKCON’s global leadership to adhere to Shastra-based practices.