Temple Timings

Mangala-Arati : 4:30am (Altar closes at 5:00am)
Nrsimhadeva-Arati : 5:00am
Tulasi Arati : 5:10am
Darsana-Arati : 7:00am
Srila Prabhupada Guru-Puja : 7:30am
Class on Srimad-Bhagavatam (English and Bengali separately) : 8:00am – 9:00am
Pushpa-Arati : 8:30am
Bhoga-Arati : 12 noon
Temple closes at 1:00pm and reopens at 4:00pm
Dhupa-Arati : 4:00pm
Sandhya-Arati : 6:30pm
Shayan-Arati : 8:00pm
Class on Bhagavad-Gita (Bengali) : 7:30pm – 8:25pm
Temple closes at 8:30pm
TEMPLE Remains closed
1:00pm to 4:00pm
8:30pm to 4:30am

Mangala-Arati
Our morning begins with Mangala Arati, starting promptly at 4:30. It is considered the most auspicious and blissful ceremony for all participants. The Pujari blows the conch, and the Deity’s curtains are opened. Before opening the curtains, the Pujari awakens the Deities, offering them Balya-bhoga of morning paraphernalia, water, and milk sweets or other preparations suitable for early morning. The transcendental sound of the conch (shankh) is blown to signal the awakening of the Deities, who appear still dressed in their night attire, without garlands or jewelry. While the Pujari performs Mangala-arati, the devotees offer their obeisances and engage in kirtana, which involves a set program of songs. Sri Sri Gurvashtakam is sung during the Mangala-arati ceremony, glorifying the guru and his engagement of disciples in the process of Bhakti-yoga. Then, Nrsimhadeva arati is sung. This arati signifies the devotee’s surrender unto Lord Nrsimhadeva and even glorifies Lord Nrsimhadeva for His pastime of killing the demon Hiranyakashipu. Lord Nrsimhadeva removes all obstacles from the path of Bhakti.

Tulasi Arati
Right after the Mangal Arati, the prayer to Tulasi Maharani takes place. Tulasi is the most sacred plant and is known as the favorite of Lord Krishna. Worship of Tulasi Maharani is beneficial as she grants Bhakti to the devotees. One devotee offers Aarti with incense, a lamp, and flowers on behalf of all the devotees, and then everyone waters the roots of Tulsi Maharani to seek her blessings.

Darsana-Arati
Once the Deities are ornamented, dressed, and worshiped privately, they give Darshan to all the devotees so that people can offer prayers and worship. The chief priest offers Arati with a lamp, incense, chamara, and peacock fan. It’s a blissful sight, full of devotion.

Srila Prabhupada Guru-Puja
In this session, ISKCON members offer greetings to Srila Prabhupada. They express gratitude to him and seek his mercy, understanding that without the guru, one cannot reach the Supreme. He is the bestower of knowledge in the hearts of sincere devotees. During the Guru Puja, devotees sing and offer flower petals at the lotus feet of the great Srila Prabhupada.

Srimad-Bhagavatam
After Guru Puja, all the devotees sit down together and listen to the auspicious Srimad Bhagavatam. In keeping with the ancient tradition of passing down spiritual knowledge, our well-versed speakers teach the essence of this timeless scripture, providing everyone with the opportunity to grow in their spiritual lives. The spokesperson reads the stanza and explanations by Srila Prabhupada. Following that, they engage in a discussion on the topic. Finally, the speaker answers all the queries.

Bhoga-Arati
This particular Arati lasts up to 20 minutes. During the Arati, food is offered to all the Deities. The chief priest also offers aromatic incense, fresh flowers, a chamara, and a peacock fan to the Deities..

Dhupa-Arati
This Arati lasts for 10 minutes. The chief priest offers Aarti with aromatic incense, fresh flowers, a chamara, and a peacock fan as well. Following that, fruits are offered to the Deities as bhog.

Sandhya-Arati
Sandhya Arati is better known as Gaura Arati. All the devotees sing Gaura Aarti and offer worship to Lord Chaitanya. This is one of the most magnificent and wonderful Aratis, attracting people from all over to praise the Lord. Devotees sing loudly and dance, creating a blissful sight that is not to be missed.

Class on Bhagavad-Gita
Similar to the morning, the evening session is conducted with equal devotion and reverence. It is organized for both worshippers and residents alike.

Shayan-Arati
It is the final Arati of the day, offering devotees their last chance to see and worship the Deities.

No Entry in Temple with Camera, Mobile phone, Laptop or any Electronic devices, Luggage, Shoes, Shorts, Half Pant, Three quarters, Night dress, Lungi, or any other immodest clothing. Intoxicants are also prohibited.