Chhari Mubarak taken to Srinagar’s Shankracharaya temple; prayers offered for peace, prosperity
In connection with Swami Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026, Chhari-Mubarak Swami Amarnath Ji led by Mahant Deependra Giri ji was taken to the ancient Shankaracharya Temple, Srinagar located at Gopadri Hills today for prayers on the occasion of ‘Haryali-Amavasya’ (Shravan
Amavasya) as per the age-old customs.
The sound of conch shell charged the whole atmosphere. Pujan was performed chanting Vedic hymn and sadhus who accompanied Holy Mace participated in the prayers that lasted for about ninety minutes.
Collective prayers were also offered for peace and prosperity of the Jammu & Kashmir and the country at whole.
The summit of the hill is crowned with a picturesque edifice. This hill was called Jetha Larak and afterwards it was named Gopadari Hill.
Talking to journalists, Mahant Deependra Giri said that historians are of the opinion that the temple at the top was originally built by King Sandiman (2629-2564 BC). Mahant ji added that this temple was, earlier, known as Jyeshteshwara or Jyoteshwara temple. But after Adi
Guru Shankracharya Ji visited this temple, it is, now, popularly known as Shri Shankracharya Temple.
Chhari-Mubarak shall be taken to ‘Sharika-Bhawani’ Temple, Hari Parvat, Srinagar to pay obeisance to the Goddess tomorrow, the 13th August.