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Now get 'prasad' by post from Kashi Vishwanath temple during Sawan

To get the prasad , one has to send an electronic money order ( EMO) of Rs 251 from any post office to senior superintendent of Posts Offices, Varanasi east division

Under the project, the Varanasi Development Authority is dismantling existing properties, including all commercial and residential structures, but preserving ancient temples in the 15,000-sqm area from Kashi Vishwanath to the ghats

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While devotees may not be able to visit the famed Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi, they can now get home delivery of prasad.

Press Trust of India Varanasi

2 min read Last Updated : Jul 06 2020 | 8:18 AM IST

Lakhs of Lord Shiva devotees take out Kawad yatra and throng temples in the holy month of Sawan, but this year the coronavirus pandemic has forced the authorities to ban such religious activities.

While devotees may not be able to visit the famed Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi, they can now get home delivery of 'prasad' during the Sawan period of the Hindu calendar beginning on Monday, thanks to the department of posts.

"The department of posts and Kashi Vishwanath temple trust have entered an agreement for delivery of prasad during Sawan. The 'prasaad' will be delivered by speed post," director

Topics : Varanasi Uttar Pradesh

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