Rudraprayag, March 28: In the sacred land of Uttarakhand, every corner is believed to be inhabited by deities. Among these divine locations is the ancient temple of Maa Kushmanda, situated in Kumdi village of Rudraprayag district. This temple is renowned for its natural beauty and spiritual significance.
Maa Kushmanda is the fourth form of the Navadurga. According to ancient beliefs, when the universe did not exist and darkness prevailed, she created the cosmos with her gentle smile (Kutsit Ushma).
This temple is a Siddhpeeth, where the goddess resides in the form of a Devi Pindi. The main attraction is the ancient idol of the goddess, crafted from Ashtadhatu, depicting her with eight arms. Devotees believe that visiting this temple brings peace of mind and fulfills all wishes. Recently, Uttarakhand’s Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami spoke about the temple’s significance.
On the social media platform X, he shared a special video of the temple, stating, “The ancient and highly revered temple of Maa Kushmanda is located in Kumdi village, Rudraprayag district. Here, the ancient idol of the goddess, made of Ashtadhatu, is enshrined. Special religious rituals are conducted during the auspicious occasions of Chaitra and Sharadiya Navratri. Make sure to visit this sacred temple when you come to Rudraprayag.”
The serene and natural surroundings of the temple further attract devotees. Tourists and pilgrims can also enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the area.
This temple is one of the Siddhpeeths, where the goddess is depicted in a two-faced form, appearing to lie down. A unique feature of this site is the water that drips here, believed to have medicinal properties. It is said that applying this water to the eyes for six months can restore lost vision.
For centuries, a special tradition has been upheld at this temple, where members of marginalized communities perform the rituals, adornments, and offerings instead of Brahmins. Special rituals and a three-day Mahayagna are conducted during the Chaitra and Sharadiya Navratri.
According to the age-old tradition of this temple, the responsibilities of worship, adornment, and offerings are carried out by the ‘vanchit samaj’ (marginalized community). A grand celebration with special rituals and a three-day Mahayagna is organized during the Navratri festival.
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