Lakhs Join Processions, Mahaprasad at Hanuman Janmotsav Celebrations Nagpur: The grand shobhayatra from Rajabaksha Hanuman Mandir marked the centerpiece of Hanuman Janmotsav celebrations in the city on Thursday, drawing massive crowds and setting the tone for a day of devotion, scale, and community participation. The procession, led by elaborate rituals, featured over 80 chitraraths (tableaux) depicting episodes from the life of Lord Hanuman and other mythological themes. Continuous chants of "Jai Shri Ram" and "Bajrangbali ki Jai" echoed through the streets as the procession moved through key localities, including Rambagh, Medical Chowk, Reshimbagh, Nandanvan, and Sakkardara, before returning to its starting point. A parallel procession from Gittikhadan Hanuman Mandir also saw a surge of devotees, with cultural displays, welcome points, and performances along its route. Across the city, temples hosted continuous recitations of Hanuman Chalisa and Sundarkand, along with abhishek rituals and aartis from early morning till late night. The streets were adorned with saffron flags and festive decorations, while chants resonated through temple precincts and procession routes. At Tekdi Hanuman Mandir in Gawlipura, one of the largest mahaprasad events saw an estimated 3.5 lakh devotees partake in the community feast. Prepared with ingredients sourced from across regions and supported by a large volunteer base, the initiative continued its long-standing tradition of extending food distribution beyond the temple premises to hostels, hospitals, and the underprivileged. Beyond Nagpur, the scale of celebrations was equally significant at Hanuman Lok in Jamsawali, where nearly 6 lakh devotees gathered.#hanuman_janmotsav #rajabaksha_hanuman_mandir #gittikhadan_hanuman_mandir #tekdi_hanuman_mandir #hanuman_lok
Hanuman Janmotsav: 80 Tableaux from Rajabhaksha Temple to Be Big Attraction Nagpur is set to host a grand celebration of Hanuman Janmotsav on Thursday, featuring elaborate processions, mass religious recitations, and large-scale mahaprasad offerings. Authorities have implemented traffic diversions and heightened security measures to manage the expected crowds across the city. The highlight of the event is a grand procession originating from the Rajabhaksha Hanuman temple, which will showcase over 80 intricately designed tableaux moving through key routes. These displays will be accompanied by devotional music and thematic performances, with welcome points set up along the procession path to enhance the experience. Another major procession will depart from the Gittikhadan location, incorporating laser shows and community receptions at strategic points. At the Tekdi Hanuman Temple in Gawlipura, a massive mahaprasad is planned to serve over 3.5 lakh devotees. The preparation involves ingredients sourced from various states, with over 1,000 volunteers and women’s groups from Amravati district playing a crucial role in organizing the distribution. This 35-year-old community-driven initiative will also extend its efforts to provide food to hostels, institutions, and hospitals, underscoring the collective spirit of the event. Beyond Nagpur, the Hanuman Lok at Jam Sawli in Madhya Pradesh is gaining significant attention. Since its inauguration by Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, the site has attracted increasing numbers of visitors. The site will host ongoing Ram Katha recitations and bhajan programmes, with the celebrations reaching their peak during the Janmotsav.#mohan_yadav #gittikhadan #hanuman_janmotsav #rajabhaksha_temple #tekdi_hanuman_temple
