Bhubaneswar, May 22 -- Construction of the three chariots for the annual Rath Yatra entered its second phase, with axle-making work progressing at the Ratha Khala after the completion of wheel construction for all three chariots.

The traditional chariot yard remains busy as Maharana servitors continue work on various structural components required for the construction of the chariots ahead of the world-famous festival.

The construction of all wheels for the three chariots was completed. In addition, the stacking of timber at the outer Ratha Khala for the construction of the Pancha Danda Chaupata was also finished.

With the first phase of construction now complete, attention shifted to the preparation of the axles (Akha), marking the be...