India, June 10 -- What began as a humble bhandara at the Aliganj Hanuman Temple in Lucknow has now spread across Uttar Pradesh and even Delhi. Bada Mangal, a sacred festival dedicated to Lord Hanuman, is observed on all Tuesdays during the Hindu month of Jyeshtha (May-June), extended this year due to Adhik Maas. Marked by community bhandaras on Tuesdays and Saturdays, it turns the season into a city-wide celebration of devotion and generosity. The traditional menu of puri-sabzi, chola-kadhi or rajma chawal, and sweet drinks has evolved over time into a lavish menu featuring everything from chola-kulcha and assorted sweets to pizza, pasta, spring rolls, and desserts. A unique addition is the 'Plant Bhandara' where saplings are also distributed. Over 2000 bhandaras now take place across the city, with many calling it a time when "Jyeshtha ke mangal aur shanivar ko Lucknow mein koi bhooka nahin so sakta." Organised by locals, institutions, and even political groups, these feasts have become a powerful symbol of community spirit. Kiran Didi of NKB Divine Meditation Foundation informed that they organised Bada Mangal bhandara at AIIMS in Delhi on Tuesday....