• Grand Baisakhi celebrations planned with special prayers and prasad distribution

JAMMU: A deeply spiritual and uplifting programme featuring the recitation of Hanuman Chalisa and Durga Stuti was organized on the eve of Baisakhi at the Shiv Temple, Sector-7, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, witnessing an overwhelming turnout of devotees from across the city.The programme was organized by the temple management committee under the leadership of Shiv Kumar Jolly, who ensured meticulous arrangements for the smooth conduct of the event. The temple premises resonated with devotional chants, creating an atmosphere of peace, positivity, and spiritual energy as devotees joined together in collective prayers for harmony and well-being.

Participants showed immense faith and enthusiasm while taking part in the recitations, which are considered highly auspicious and spiritually empowering. The event not only strengthened religious sentiments but also fostered a sense of unity and community bonding among attendees ahead of the festival.

The temple committee informed that elaborate arrangements have been made to celebrate Baisakhi on April 14 (Tuesday) within the temple complex. Special prayer sessions, including recitation of Hanuman Chalisa and Durga Stuti, will be held from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, and devotees have been invited to participate in large numbers.

To enhance the festive spirit, the committee has also made arrangements for the distribution of prasad among all attendees, ensuring that every devotee is part of the celebrations.Prominent among those present on the occasion included Vijay Kamlesh Ji, Reeta Sharma, Rajni Kohli, A.K. Arora, Shallu Rajesh Gupta, Mrs. Kapahi, Mr. Dhawan, Urmil Arora, Pandit Mohinder, Pandit Sethi, Pandit Vijay, and Head Pandit Pankaj Ji.

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