Sequence.

 The sequence is:

Snana Yatra – The deities are ceremonially bathed with 108 pots of sacred water on the full moon of the month of Jyeshtha.

Anavasara (Anasara) – Immediately after the bath, Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra are believed to develop a fever. They retire from public view for about 15 days and are treated with Ayurvedic medicines, herbal decoctions, and rest.

Nava Yauvana Darśana (Netrotsava) – After recovering, the deities reappear in a youthful, refreshed form. Their eyes are ceremonially repainted in a ritual known as Netrotsava.

Ratha Yatra – On the very next day, the Lords emerge from the temple and ascend their magnificent chariots to begin the journey to the Gundicha Temple.

This sequence is deeply symbolic. The Lord first accepts illness like a human, then recovers, regains His youthful vigor, and finally comes out to bless everyone during the Ratha Yatra. It beautifully conveys that the Divine shares in the human experience, making Himself accessible through love and devotion.

According to the tradition of the Jagannath Temple, after the grand Snana Yatra (ceremonial bath), Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra are believed to develop a fever. This period is called Anavasara (or Anasara), when the deities remain away from public view for about 15 days to "recover."

During this time, they are treated not with modern medicines but with Ayurvedic herbal preparations, just as a loving family would care for someone who is ill.

Some of the traditional remedies include:

Daśamūla Kaṣāya (Dashamula decoction): A herbal drink made from the roots of ten medicinal plants, believed to reduce fever and restore strength.

Herbal powders and tonics: Prepared according to traditional Ayurvedic practices by the temple's Raj Vaidya (royal physician).

Phuluri oil: A special medicinal oil applied to the wooden deities to soothe and protect them.

Light, easily digestible food: Instead of the usual elaborate Mahaprasad, the deities are offered simple foods such as fruits, herbal preparations, and light gruels suitable for someone recovering from illness.

This beautiful tradition teaches a profound lesson: the Lord accepts human-like experiences—not because He is subject to illness, but out of compassion, so that devotees may lovingly serve Him. His "fever" becomes an opportunity for devotees to express affection through care, medicine, rest, and prayer.

After recovery, the Lord appears in a rejuvenated form called Nava Yauvana Darśana ("the vision of renewed youth"), just before the magnificent Ratha Yatra begins. It symbolizes renewal, healing, and the Lord's readiness to once again come out among all devotees.