Banke Bihari Temple Says, “Pedas Are Prasad, Not Flying Objects!” New Rules Ban Throwing Sweets, Flowers and Tulsi Malas to Keep Sacred Offerings from Being Trampled

The Banke Bihari Temple management in Vrindavan has banned devotees from throwing pedas, flower garlands and tulsi malas at the deity to protect hygiene and the sanctity of offerings. The committee also discussed central air-conditioning, an inquiry into ceremonial gold and silver items, improved sanitation, electrical safety and stricter food sampling near the shrine.