Aliganj Hanuman temple to reopen on June 15, masks must

Lucknow: The Naya Hanuman Temple in Aliganj will reopen from June 15, instead of June 8.
The main entry gate of the temple will remain closed. Rather, the authorities are planning to set up separate entry and exit gates from the parking area of the temple, where sanitizer rooms will also be put up for the public. People not wearing masks will not be allowed to enter.While foot operated hand-sanitizers will be installed, the public will not be allowed to offer flowers, garlands, ‘prasad’ or even touch the deity or the temple bell.
Anil Tiwari, of Aliganj Shri Mahaveer ji Trust (Naya Hanuman Mandir), said that further changes will be made once the district administration issues their guidelines.
Mankameshwar temple being readied
The Mankameshwar temple dedicated to Lord Shiva will reopen on June 8 after making safety arrangements and completely sanitizing the premises. According to the proposed plan, apart from wearing mask, using sanitizer dispensers and maintaining social distancing, the public will have to bring their own small temple bells. The ‘jalabhishekh’ will now be done through a water pipe, while proper beelines with 4-feet distance will be maintained between two devotees.