The Mandir is a place of worship or prayer for Hindus. It is an extraordinary tradition that dates back many millennia. It is built according to the principles of ancient Indian Shilpshastras. The murtis and rituals of arti and worship in the mandir form the very core in elevating the soul to the pinnacle of God-realisation. Govinda Mandir fulfills the concept of the Hindu tradition of mandir on Newark Avenue, Jersey City, NJ.

Govinda Sanskar Center on Newark Avenue in Jersey City, which serves about more than 1,000 Hindu families from throughout the area.

Govinda is a long-standing institution fulfilling the religious, spiritual and cultural needs of the community. The Center is actively providing training in Indian music, vocals and classical dances. The Center is providing stage opportunity to all children and encourages stage performances each year in month of August. Mr. Atul Jhaveri is the president of the Govinda Sanskar Center and the Jersey City Asian Merchants Association.