On January 1, 2025, the first day of the English New Year, temples across India witnessed grand celebrations and spiritual fervor. Prominent temples saw an overwhelming number of devotees participating in special rituals and prayers.
Ayodhya Ram Temple:
Ayodhya, renowned for its spiritual significance and the grand Ram Temple under construction, became a focal point for devotees.
- Special Prayers:
From early morning, the temple organized special rituals, including abhishekams (sacred bathing), archanas, and deeparadhanas (lamp ceremonies). - Devotee Turnout:
Over 200,000 devotees visited the temple in a single day, forming long queues and patiently waiting to seek Lord Ram’s blessings. - Cultural Programs:
Devotional songs, Vedic chanting, and instrumental music enhanced the spiritual atmosphere and uplifted the devotees’ spirits.
Kashi Vishwanath Temple:
The Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi, a prominent pilgrimage site, also drew an immense crowd on New Year’s Day.
- Devotee Count:
Around 300,000 devotees were reported to have visited the temple. - Special Offerings:
Elaborate abhishekams and rituals were performed, accompanied by the chanting of mantras, creating a divine experience for the worshippers.
Other Temples:
In addition to Ayodhya and Kashi, temples like Tirupati Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, Madurai Meenakshi Amman Temple, and Kanchipuram Varadaraja Perumal Temple also witnessed massive crowds and conducted grand ceremonies to mark the beginning of the New Year.
These celebrations highlight the deep spiritual connection people have, starting the year with prayers and blessings, hoping for prosperity and peace.
