President Murmu Offers Prayers at Danghati Temple During Mathura Visit

Mathura, March 21, 2026: President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday visited the sacred town of Govardhan in Mathura district, where she offered prayers at the revered Danghati Temple as part of her ongoing spiritual tour of Uttar Pradesh.

The President also participated in the traditional Govardhan Parikrama, a 21-kilometre circumambulation considered highly significant in the Braj region’s religious traditions.

Her visit formed part of a three-day itinerary covering Ayodhya, Mathura, and Vrindavan, during which she has been offering prayers at several major temples and interacting with spiritual leaders.

Officials said the President’s visit to Danghati Temple was conducted under tight security arrangements, with devotees gathering along the route to witness her arrival.The Govardhan Parikrama route includes several sacred sites associated with Lord Krishna, making it one of the most important pilgrimage circuits in the region.

During her visit, the President expressed reverence at the spiritual atmosphere of the temple town and participated in rituals alongside priests.Local authorities ensured smooth arrangements for crowd management and darshan throughout her visit.

The temple town of Govardhan has witnessed a series of high-profile religious visits in recent days as part of the President’s Uttar Pradesh tourThe visit also highlighted the cultural and spiritual significance of Mathura-Vrindavan as key centres of devotion in Indian heritage.

President Murmu is expected to conclude her Uttar Pradesh visit after completing her scheduled religious engagements across the Braj region.