Sikar : Ekadashi fair of Khatushyam Baba of Sikar district has emerged as a special attraction this time. The main fair held in Khatu on the occasion of Ekadashi of Kartik Shukla Paksha is special for the devotees. Long queues were formed since night to have darshan in the temple and lakhs of devotees reached Khatu to have darshan of Baba.
On this occasion, Diwali-like fireworks in Khatu created a festive atmosphere. Although there was an appeal from the administration and the temple committee not to burst fireworks, the devotees ignored it and burst firecrackers. Around 12 o’clock in the night it seemed as if it was the festival of Diwali, flames of colorful firecrackers covered the sky in the temple premises and surrounding areas. The administration had made security arrangements at the Torana gate, but as the crowd increased, some people ignored the rules and started bursting fireworks, which also caused inconvenience to the devotees.
The special thing about this fair was that the scenery of Khatu Nagar appeared golden at night. Most of the houses and buildings here were illuminated with golden colour, making the entire area appear golden. The main gate of the temple was decorated on the theme of Shrinathji, while the decoration inside the temple was based on the theme of greenery. The flute-like figures on both sides of Baba’s idol and the 75 feet long golden lights on the ground presented a wonderful sight.
Security arrangements have been strengthened during the fair. Surveillance is being maintained through CCTV cameras and more than 400 security guards, 100 home guards and 500 RAC personnel are deployed to protect the temple complex. Along with this, policemen are also taking care of all the arrangements.
On this day, Chhappan Bhog will be offered to Baba Khatushyam and special worship will be performed in the temple. Devotees have been appealed to cooperate in the religious event and not throw any unholy objects like perfume bottles and flowers in the temple premises. This time on the occasion of Ekadashi, there is an atmosphere of special religious joy and celebration in Khatu, which is proving to be an unforgettable experience for the devotees.
