On Dev Uthani Ekadashi (12 Nov), Huge celebration of Khatu Shyam Baba’s birthday. This day is very important to many people because it brings hope and devotion. It also marks the time when Lord Vishnu wakes up after resting for 4 months. On this holy day, people come to Khatu Shyam Mandir in Sikar to give Baba roses, peacock feathers, and cake. Baba is the Kaliyuga avatar of Lord Krishna. Take part in this special offering and ask for blessings for a child, wealth, and a happy marriage.
Plans are well underway to celebrate Baba Shyam’s birthday at the Khatushyamji temple in Sikar district, Rajasthan. The celebration will be grand on Devuthani Ekadashi, which falls on November 12. Additionally, the annual Baba Shyam’s Kartik Mela festival began today, November 10, and will continue until November 13.
- Kartik Mahotsav, celebrating Baba Khatushyam’s birth anniversary, is taking place from the 10th to the 13th of November.
- Flowers from Delhi, Bengaluru, and other locations will adorn the temple.
- Baba Shyam will appear in his child form.
- Devotees can see Shrinathji and Baba Shyam at the main gate.
- Darshan will be available till 10 PM.
- Strong security measures with 600 police personnel and CCTV surveillance.
- Authorities have banned fireworks, women’s entry into Shyam Kund, and glass bottle perfume sales.
Who is Khatu Shyam?
In Hindu mythology, Khatu Shyam is a figure connected to Barbarika, the son of Ghatothkach. The story of Khatu Shyam begins with the Mahabharata and has been passed down through generations. Khatu Shyamji is also known as Shyam Baba. It is said that Khatu Shyam was the grandson of the brave prince Bhima, who was one of the Pandava brothers.
Barbarika dedicated his life to Lord Krishna, and in return, Lord Krishna granted him a special blessing. In modern times, people worship him in this form.
Before the Kurukshetra war, Lord Krishna stopped Barbarika to ensure the Pandavas could win. The celebration of Khatu Shyam’s birthday in 2024 will be a grand event.
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Khatu Shyam Birthday Date and Tithi:
| Janmotsav Dates | 12th November 2024, 1st November 2025 20th November 2026 |
| Tithi | Tithi |
| Months | November |
| Birthday | Khatu Shyam Ji |
- The Bhandara festival represents spiritual richness and plenty.
- During Navratri, worshippers honor the deity and participate in traditional dance and music events.
- In Nishan Yatra, devotees carry a holy flag to the Khatu Shyam temple. They can either walk or drive while singing hymns and performing traditional dances.
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