On the auspicious occasion, taking to Twitter, Patnaik offered pranam to the deities and sought blessings of the Lord Jagannath for happiness and prosperity of Odisha.
The BJP National President also took to Twitter and wished the people of the state in Odia.
“I extend my warm wishes to the people of the county on the occasion of the Ratha Jatra. May the blessings of Lord Jagnnath be with us always,” wished Shah.
Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Odisha BJP President Basanta Panda, OPCC president Prasad Harichandan and many political leaders of the state wished the people on the occasion of the world famous Car Festival.