Mumbai: The renowned Asthika Samaj Temple in Matunga, Mumbai, is preparing to host the Maha Kumbhabhishekam of Lord Sri Ram, Lord Sri Hanuman, and other presiding deities from May 7 to 11, 2025. This sacred event, performed once every 12 years, is an important religious ritual that revitalizes the spiritual energy of the temple and its deities.
Established over a century ago, the Asthika Samaj stands as one of Mumbai’s most respected temples, upholding a rich legacy of devotion and cultural significance. The upcoming Maha Kumbhabhishekam is expected to draw large numbers of devotees, providing them with a rare and spiritually uplifting experience.
The five-day ceremony will be conducted with the highest sanctity by Vaikhanasa Aagama Shastra Vidhwan Sri Govindaraja Bhattachariyar and his team of 21 learned pandits from Madurai, alongside the temple’s own Acharyan, Sri Raghavan. The rituals will strictly follow ancient religious traditions and customs.
Event Dates: May 7 to 11, 2025
Muhurtham (Auspicious Time): Between 7:30 am and 8:30 am
Venue: Asthika Samaj, Matunga, Mumbai
Official Website: www.asthikasamajmatunga.com
A detailed program schedule for the five days is available on the temple’s official website.
As part of the event, the temple is offering sanctified prasadam coins for devotees contributing towards the Maha Kumbhabhishekam:
2-gram Gold Coin – for donations of ₹1,00,000
10-gram Silver Coin with Ram Darbar – for donations of ₹11,000
5-gram Silver Coin with Sri Hanuman – for donations of ₹2,500
The temple management has called for the generous support of devotees to help meet the expenses of this large-scale religious festival, ensuring it remains spiritually enriching for the community and generations to come.
Mr. C. S. Parmeshwar
Trustee, Asthika Samaj, Matunga
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