JK Temple

JK Temple is a well-known Hindu temple in Sarvodaya Nagar, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, dedicated to Radha and Krishna. Built by the JK Trust established by the Singhania family, it was completed in 1960. Constructed in white marble, it blends ancient and modern architectural styles with five shrines. Located on a landscaped campus with a lake, it is a prominent religious and visitor attraction in Kanpur.

Visitors can expect a white marble temple complex set within landscaped gardens and a small artificial lake with lawns. The main temple has five shrines with the central shrine dedicated to Radha-Krishna and others to Laxminarayan, Ardhanarishwar, Narmadeshwar and Hanuman. The mandapa features a high roof with ventilation and light. Visitors can walk through the gardens, view marble architecture, and experience a calm devotional atmosphere.

JK Temple was built by JK Trust founded by Juggilal Kamlapat Singhania, a prominent industrial family of Kanpur. Construction was completed in 1960. The temple was envisioned as a modern temple combining traditional temple architecture with contemporary construction techniques and is associated with the philanthropic activities of the Singhania family in Kanpur.

The temple is dedicated to Radha and Krishna and is an important Hindu religious site in Kanpur. It serves as a centre for daily worship, festivals such as Janmashtami and Radhashtami, and community gatherings. Its marble architecture and garden setting make it a cultural landmark of the city.