- By Kashish Rai
- Fri, 10 Jan 2025 01:10 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Khichdi Utsav Radhavallabh Mandir 2025: Shri Radhavallabh Mandir in Vrindavan celebrates the annual Khichari Utsav, a one-month festive extravaganza, during the winter months of Pausha and Magh. A specially prepared, unparalleled khichari is offered to the deity before Mangla. The last five days of Krishna paksha and Shukla paksha are particularly significant, with Radhavallabhji adorned in various forms, including Bankey Bihari and Yugal Swaroop. The temple comes alive with vibrant depictions of Krishna's Baal Lilas, featuring elaborate props and costumes, offering a visual treat and spiritual delight to devotees.
Check out the sewa start and end date and significance of this vibrant celebration at Shri Radhavallabh Mandir in Vrindavan below:
Khichdi Utsav Radhavallabh Mandir 2025: Start And End Date
- Khichdi Utsav Radhavallabh Mandir 2025 Sewa Start Date: 15th January 2025
- Khichdi Utsav Radhavallabh Mandir 2025 Sewa End Date: 31st January 2025
Khichdi Utsav Radhavallabh Mandir 2025: Significance
The Khichdi Utsav is an ancient celebration in the Shri Radhavallabh Sampradaya tradition. This festival was initiated by Goswami Shri Hit Kamal Nayan Ji Maharaj, who brought Shri Hit Radhavallabh Lalji back to Vrindavan from Kamvan after 123 years and established him in the new Shri Hit Radhavallabh Lal Mandir. The Khichdi Utsav commences on Paush Shukla Dwitiya and continues for a month.
During the festival, the Nitya Samaj gathers daily at 5 AM to sing a series of 34 padas (verses). The verses are divided into sections, including Siddhant, Suratant Keeli, Bhog, and Aarti. Following the Aarti, devotees witness the divine darshan of Shri Radhavallabh Lalji in various attire. On specific days, such as Ekadashi, Chaudas, and Poornima, the deity is adorned in distinct costumes, including Bihariji, Shankarji, and Yugal Darshan.
The Khichdi Utsav is characterised by an elaborate display of Raga-Bhoga, featuring a diverse array of culinary delights. Devotees prepare and offer various dishes daily, accompanied by the singing of Bhoga padas. This festive celebration showcases the rich cultural heritage and spiritual traditions of the Shri Radhavallabh Sampradaya.
In Photo: Bhesh Jhanki of Shri Radhavallabh Lal dressed as Lord Shri Ram and Lord Banke Bihari for Khichdi Utsav 2025. (Image Source: Instagram/@shrihitradhavallabhlal)
Khichdi Utsav Radhavallabh Mandir 2025: Rituals
The sacred Khichdi offered at the temple is a unique culinary delight, expertly prepared with rice, ghee, dry fruits and hot spices. Despite its complex ingredients, the Khichdi surprisingly balances salty and sweet flavours. This delectable dish is served with an assortment of accompaniments, including various vegetables, pickles, preserves, chutneys, and other sweet and savoury treats.
Each day, the Deity is adorned with a new, exquisite robe known as 'Phargul' during the Mangla ceremony. Following the Mangla Aarti, the Deity appears in disguised forms, thrilling devotees with their divine presence. This daily ritual allows devotees to experience the Deity's diverse manifestations, fostering a deeper connection with the divine.
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