Khatu Shyam Ji's Falgun Lakkhi Fair is one of the most famous and grand fairs in India. Every year lakhs of devotees reach Khatu city to visit Baba Shyam and express their devotion. The importance of this fair is so much that devotees from all over the country are drawn here. Let's know the date of Khatu Shyam Lakkhi Fair 2025 and other special information.
Date of Khatu Shyam Lakkhi Fair in 2025
Baba Shyam's Falgun Lakkhi Fair in 2025 is likely to be held from 02 March to 11 March.
- The main fair is held from Ashtami to Dwadashi of Shukla Paksha of Falgun month.
- The day of Falgun Sudi Ekadashi is considered to be the most special, because on this day the head of Baba Shyam appeared in Shyam Kund.
- The fair concludes on the day of Dwadashi, when Baba Shyam offered his head to Lord Krishna.
Khatu Shyam Ji Falgun Mela Expected Dates 2025
- Tritiya: Sunday 2 March 2025
- Caturthi: Monday 3 March 2025
- Panchami Tuesday 4 March 2025
- Sashthi: Wednesday 5 March 2025
- Saptami: Thursday 6 March 2025
- Ashtami: Friday 7 March 2025
- Navami: Saturday 8 March 2025
- Dashami: Sunday 9 March 2025
- Gyaras: Monday 10 March 2025
- Baras: Tuesday 11 March 2025
Features of the fair
- The Phalgun Lakkhi Mela is the most prominent annual event of Khatu Shyam Temple.
- It is estimated that more than 60 lakh devotees will attend this fair.
- The preparations for the fair are done with the cooperation of Shri Shyam Mandir Committee and the administration.
- During this time, the temple premises are decorated with amazing lights and decorations.
Importance of Padyatra
The padyatra from Ringas to Khatu Shyam Temple is a special religious experience for the devotees.
- The devotees travel with the flag of Baba Shyam and shout slogans.
- Bhandaras are set up at various places along the route, where food and water are provided free of cost.
- This yatra is a symbol of immense faith and devotion towards Baba Shyam.
Preparations for the fair
- The preparations for the fair begin a month in advance.
- The temple premises and Khatu city are decorated with colorful lights.
- Special arrangements are made for security, traffic control, medical services and cleanliness.
Divinity and faith of Baba Shyam
- Baba Shyam is considered to be the living god of Kaliyug.
- By worshipping him, all the troubles of life are removed.
- The Falgun Lakkhi Mela is the biggest example of this faith, where lakhs of devotees offer their devotion.
- Devotees are drawn here to have darshan of Baba and get his blessings.
Special features of the fair
- Organization of special tableaux.
- 24-hour bhandaras for devotees.
- Live kirtan and bhajan evenings.
- Large-scale security and medical facilities.
Conclusion
The Khatu Shyam Lakkhi Mela of 2025 will be a divine and wonderful experience for the devotees.
If you are also an ardent devotee of Baba Shyam, then definitely attend this fair. Have darshan of Baba and get his blessings.