| Camp Hanuman Temple | |
|---|---|
 Camp Hanuman Ji | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| Deity | Hanuman |
| Festivals | Hanuman Yatra |
| Location | |
| Location | Ahmedabad |
| State | Gujarat |
| Country | India |
  Location in Ahmedabad, Gujarat Show map of Ahmedabad Camp Hanuman Temple (Gujarat) Show map of Gujarat | |
| Coordinates | 23°4′4″N72°36′14″E / 23.06778°N 72.60389°E /23.06778; 72.60389 |
The ShreeCamp Hanuman Temple (Hindi:कैंप हनुमान मंदिर) is one of the biggestHanuman temples inIndia. It is situated inAhmedabad Cantonment inShahibaug,Ahmedabad in the Indian state ofGujarat.[1][2] The temple is owned by Shri Hanumanji Mandir Camp Trust Ahmedabad.[3]
The almost 250 year old temple[3] was reportedly founded by Pandit Gajanan Prasad, a devoted follower of Lord Hanuman.[citation needed] The temple is dedicated to Hanuman and houses an idol of Hanuman, believed to be self-manifested (ie an example ofswayambhu).[3]
The temple is renowned for its religious significance, with many devotees[3] believing it offers protection, strength, and spiritual guidance. Given its location within a military cantonment, the temple is closely associated with soldiers and army personnel.
In 2021, the temple's trustees proposed moving the temple to theSabarmati riverfront due to army-imposed restrictions and security concerns but priests and devotees oppose it. The city-based association, Tulaja Yuvak Mandal, petitioned theGujarat High Court to prevent the temple's relocation.[3]
The association's lawyers argued that the temple was a mythological place with heritage value that had been visited by numerous dignitaries, including thePrime Minister. TheChief Justice agreed saying “I have also visited the place and been told that this is the most powerful temple in Ahmedabad." However, the court said it did not have the power to determine the matter.[4]
The temple is open until 11:00 pm on Tuesdays and Saturdays, and until 9:00 pm on all other days.[5]
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