Now Sukhoi fighter jets’ name will be associated with ISKCON’s Rath Yatra in Kolkata. Lord Jagannath’s chariot has been fitted with new tyres used for Sukhoi 4th generation fighter jets! The chariot, with the new set of tyres, will carry Lord Jagannath on this year’s Rath Yatra which will be held on June 27.
Each of the four tyres can withstand a load of 16 tonnes. The chariots of other deities will have iron wheels as usual.
Boeing Aircraft tyres used for Lord Jagannath Chariot for last 48 years
Prior to this, Lord Jagannath’s chariot was moving on tyres used for Boeing aircraft for the last 48 years. The ageing and worn-out old tyres have been replaced by the new tyres used for Sukhoi 4th generation fighter jets.
