Mahabahu
महाबाहु — The Mighty-Armed One
Invitation to Contribute
Celebrate the divine essence of Lord Jagannath through your creativity — poetry, art, essays, and stories. Open to devotees of all ages worldwide.
A Call for Devotional Expressions
Dear Friends,
We are thrilled to invite you to contribute to our annual devotional e-magazine, Mahabahu — named for the Mighty-Armed Lord Jagannath. This is a community magazine created by devotees, for devotees, celebrating the divine culture of Lord Jagannath through creative expression.
We welcome submissions from all ages — kids, teens, and adults — across four categories: essays, short stories, poems, and art. All submissions must be inspired by or related to Lord Jagannath (Krishna). Please feel free to express your devotion freely in whatever form moves you.
All contributors will be acknowledged in the magazine. Selected pieces will be featured in our annual Mahabahu digital edition, published around Ratha Yatra.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to share your love for Lord Jagannath with our global community. We look forward to your enthusiastic participation!
— Tampa Bay Ratha Yatra Committee
Mahabahu 2025 Edition
See the beautiful devotional expressions our community shared last year — and be inspired to contribute yours this year.
Contribution Categories
Essay
Reflections on Lord Jagannath's culture, philosophy, history, or personal spiritual experiences. Max 1,000 words.
Short Story
Fiction or narrative rooted in the Jagannath tradition — folk tales, childhood memories, or devotional stories. Max 1,000 words.
Poem
Devotional verses, hymns, or poetry in any language — Odia, Sanskrit, English, or Hindi.
Art
Paintings, drawings, digital art, or illustrations inspired by Lord Jagannath. High-resolution image format.
Age Groups
Kids
Up to 12 years
Teens & Adults
13 years and above
Submissions are organised by age group so every voice is celebrated equally.
Submission Guidelines
Submission Deadline
July 15, 2026
Submissions after this date may not be included in the edition
How to Submit
Click the submission link below to open the Google Form
Fill in your details: Name, Age, Place, and Email
Select your content type and age group
Upload your submission file (attach as an attachment)
Ensure your file is named correctly before uploading
For any queries, please contact us at
jagannath.mahabahu108@gmail.comSpread the Divine Glory of Jagannath
Every poem, painting, and story brings Lord Jagannath closer to someone's heart. We look forward to your enthusiastic participation!