Temples

Devotees celebrated Mahashivratri with prayers and decorations at Baba Pashupatinath Dham, where crowds gathered late into the night for worship.

Residents shared stories and images of Nagla Mandir, describing the centuries-old Kali Mata temple as one of Budaun’s most respected religious sites.

Several devotees were injured after police used force during a Prabhat Pheri religious procession connected to temple rituals in Budaun’s Islamnagar area. An inquiry was later ordered.

The Uttar Pradesh government launched new tourism and temple development projects in Budaun to improve spiritual tourism and pilgrimage facilities in the region.

Pilgrims from across the district reached Kachhla Ghat and nearby temples to offer prayers and take a holy dip in the Ganga during a religious gathering.

Devotees gathered in large numbers at the famous 84 Ghanta Hanuman Temple to celebrate the first “Bada Mangal” festival with prayers, bhajans, and community meals.