Navratri Celebrations Conclude at Jhandewalan Temple with Special Appeal from Trustee
Navratri festivities at New Delhis Jhandewalan Temple concluded with a special message from Trustee Ravindra Goyal on the immersion of barley sprouts.
New Delhi, October 20 (Daily Kiran) : The renowned Jhandewalan Temple in New Delhi marked the end of its Navratri celebrations on the occasion of Vijayadashami. Trustee Ravindra Goyal made a heartfelt appeal regarding the immersion of barley sprouts, known as Khetri, following the rituals.
Goyal stated that the Navratri festivities have concluded, with the Khetri worship taking place today. For the past nine days, various forms of Goddess Durga were ceremoniously worshiped at the temple, attracting millions of devotees seeking blessings.
He highlighted that the previous day, during Ashtami and Navami, a grand Kanya Pujan was held, drawing a large number of visitors throughout the day and into the night. A vibrant Jagran was also organized on Ashtami night, concluding at 4 AM, with many devotees continuing to arrive for darshan.
Regarding the tradition of worshiping and immersing the barley seeds kept at the temple, Goyal explained that the seeds, which were sown nine days ago, were ceremonially immersed today. He urged devotees to avoid discarding the Khetri grown at home and instead bring it to the temple for proper immersion by the temple administration.
In closing, Goyal extended warm wishes to the nation, saying, “I wish everyone a Happy Vijayadashami. May our country remain safe and prosperous, and may Lord Ram grant us the strength to overcome any challenges. I wish everyone happiness and prosperity on behalf of myself and the Jhandewalan Temple.”
