About Mahavir Mandir Patna
Mahavir Mandir is one of North India's most visited Hanuman temples, located right outside Patna Junction. The unique sanctum features twin idols of Hanumanji side-by-side—one for protecting the good and the other for destroying evil.
Maintained by the Mahavir Mandir Trust, the temple is renowned for its high-quality Tirupati-style 'Naivedyam' laddus and funding cancer hospitals across Bihar.
Highlights
- Twin Hanuman Idols
- Tirupati-style Naivedyam Laddus
- Patna Junction Landmark
Plan your darshan
Mahavir Mandir Patna: opening, prasad and rituals
Useful planning information gathered for visitors. Temple schedules and rules can change at short notice.
Opening and closure
- Darshan hours
- Darshan windows generally run from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Confirm current timings on festival days.
- When darshan may pause
- General darshan pauses during aarti, bhog offering, and deity shringar. Security checks apply at main entrance.
Prasad and bhog
- Prasad
- Official prasad counters are situated within the temple complex. Always obtain official receipt vouchers where available.
- Bhog
- Ask the temple office about daily bhog timings for Lord Hanuman (Sankat Mochan). General darshan is restricted during bhog windows.
Before you visit
- Electronic items, leather belts, and large bags may need to be stored in footwear/locker counters.
- Modest traditional attire is recommended for sacred sanctum entry.
- Follow temple line discipline and official security instructions.
Verify real-time notices with official trust administration of Mahavir Mandir Patna.
Ritual itinerary
- 1Nitya Darshan & Aarti of Lord Hanuman (Sankat Mochan)
- 2Special Archana & Abhishekam by temple priests
- 3Prasad distribution at authorised counters