Patna's New Year Rush: Mahavir Mandir Sells 61 Lakh Naivedyam, ISKCON Temple Draws 3 Lakh

• Patna witnessed massive crowds at religious and tourist spots on New Year's Day after fog lifted.
• Mahavir Mandir recorded over 4.5 lakh devotees and sold 17,000 kg of Naivedyam worth ₹61.20 lakh.
• ISKCON Temple attracted over 3 lakh devotees, while Takht Sri Harimandir Ji Patna Sahib saw over 1 lakh visitors.
• Patna Zoo had 28,462 visitors, Eco Park 35,794, and Marine Drive experienced traffic jams due to huge crowds.
• Bapu Tower, Gandhi Museum, Planetarium, and science centers also saw significant footfall, indicating widespread New Year celebrations.

Why It Matters: Patna saw record-breaking New Year celebrations with millions visiting religious and tourist sites.