How did Patna celebrate New Year's Day 2026?

Patna residents celebrated New Year's Day 2026 by visiting temples, parks, and tourist spots, with many attending parties and events across the city.

What was the crowd size at Mahavir Temple on New Year's Day 2026?

Mahavir Temple in Patna saw over 400,000 devotees visiting on New Year's Day 2026, with queues extending up to 2 kilometers.

How many people visited Patna Zoo on January 1, 2026?

Patna Zoo welcomed 28,462 visitors, including adults, children, and persons with disabilities, on the first day of 2026.

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4 Lakh Devotees Flock to Patna Temples on New Year's Day

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Over 4 lakh devotees visited Mahavir Temple, with queues stretching 2km.
Patna Zoo saw 28,462 visitors enjoying the New Year's Day festivities.
Temples across Patna were decorated and attracted large crowds seeking blessings.

4 Lakh Devotees Flock to Patna Temples on New Year's Day

Patna embraced the New Year 2026 with vibrant celebrations on Thursday, as residents flocked to religious sites, parks, and tourist attractions. Temples, including Mahavir Temple and Iskcon Temple, were festively decorated, drawing immense crowds seeking blessings and spiritual solace for the year ahead.

The Mahavir Temple experienced an extraordinary surge, with over 400,000 devotees visiting by nightfall, resulting in queues that stretched for 2 kilometers. Priests from Ayodhya were specially invited, and 18,000 kg of offerings were sold. Similarly, Iskcon Temple saw more than 450,000 devotees participating in spiritual activities and receiving 'mahaprasad'.