Chopla Hanuman Mandir Ghaziabad
Chaupla Hanuman Temple is an ancient temple located in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh state of India, which is completely dedicated to Lord Hanuman. This temple is about 100 years old. This temple is located in Ghaziabad’s oldest market, Agrasen Bazaar, Naya Ganj, near Delhi Gate.The idol of Hanuman ji installed in this temple is south facing, hence this temple is also called ‘Shri Dakshinmukhi Chaupal Hanuman Temple’. This temple is not very big but the temple is very old. This temple is situated in the middle of the main road of the market. There is also a well in the temple whose water is still used today.
construction of temple
This temple was built by his revered father Lala Raghuchir Saran Ji of Kabuliwala. Vikram Samvat 1981 in the holy memory of Late Lala Ramjidas Ji Kabuli. Accordingly, it was done in the year 1924 under the guidance of Babu Shri Shankar Lal Member Municipality, Ghaziabad.
reconstruction of the temple
After 80 years of construction, this temple was renovated with the inspiration of Shri Mahant Narayan Giri Ji Maharaj. Lala Murari Lal ji and Shri. It was done by all the family members of Late Lal Raghuveer Saran Ji (son of Late Lala Ramjidas Ji Kabuli).
Date Vasant Panchami, Magh month Vikram Samvat 2061 accordingly 13 February 2005 AD.
Major festivals and cultural events
All major festivals and cultural programs are organized in the temple by ‘Chaupla Hanuman Temple’ and all the shopkeepers in the market. All festivals are celebrated in Chaupla Hanuman Temple, especially special pujas are organized on the festivals of Hanuman Jayanti and Ram Navami. On this day the temple is decorated with flowers and lights. The spiritual atmosphere of the temple provides peace to the heart and mind of the devotees.