Gajanan Maharaj temple

Madhya Pradesh , Indore, Bhopal

The followers Shri Gajanan Mahara have constructed many temples dedicated to the Saint in different parts of India. In the year 1988 Mr. Paliwal donated the area of land for the shrine. On the day of Basant panchami, Bhumi pujan was conducted under the guidance of Shri Guru baba and in the presence of the Gajanan family. In the year 1992, the Thursday 'Maha Prasad' started at the place. Today, the shrine is visited by devotees from around the country. Satsangh and Maha Prasad are celebrated in large numbers.

Legend

Gajanan Maharaj from Shegaon, Maharashtra, is revered as a saint by his devotees. "Sant Shri Gajanan Maharaj Sansthan" is the largest temple trust in the Vidarbha region. His followers consider him as incarnation of Lord Ganesha and Lord Dattatreya. The Saint's devotees have constructed many Gajanan Maharaj Temples in different parts of India.

Architecture

An arch with two elephant statues on either sides, open into the building which houses the shrine. The idol of the Saint sits on a red and silver embellished throne. He is bedecked with silk attire and ornaments
Pic Courtesy : www.gajananmaharajindore.com