Banke Bihari Temple: Bhandaris Removed, Devotee Offerings Halted Amid Controversy

• Shri Banke Bihari temple management removed Bhandaris based on an alleged verbal order from the High Power Management Committee.
• The removal led to devotees being unable to offer garlands and prasad to Bihari Ji, causing disarray and increased crowds.
• Servitor Rajat Goswami criticized the move as a mockery of faith, alleging no written notice and questioning the action's basis.
• The incident is sub judice in the Supreme Court, with video evidence recorded for presentation.
• Another servitor, Mammu Goswami, mentioned an unaddressed demand to restart the old 'bhog bhandar'.

Why It Matters: Removal of Bhandaris at Banke Bihari temple halts devotee offerings, sparking controversy and legal action.