Lucknow: Bada Mangal revelry subdued, temples livestream ‘aarti’, rituals

LUCKNOW: The second Bada Mangal was also celebrated in a subdued manner as temples dedicated to Lord Hanuman remained closed for the public.
To catch a glimpse of the deity, devotees were seen outside the temple gates praying and clicking pictures since early morning.
Hanuman Setu temple live-streamed the morning ‘aarti’ on its Facebook page. The temple authorities barricaded the main entrance to ensure that no devotee breaches Covid-19 protocol.
At Aliganj’s Naya Hanuman Temple, the head priest performed the main ‘aarti’ with a few members of the committee.
In a few parts of the city, residents were seen distributing ‘prasad’ among the needy. “With rest of the city opening, I wish that at least once we are able to visit the temple during Bada Mangal like before,” said Misha Singh, a devotee.
“If the government gives permission, the temple authorities should open the temple gates for us for the remaining Tuesdays of this month. The devotees are waiting to visit temples more so this time,” said Ankit Shukla, another devotee.