Jhandewalan Mandir

Jhandewalan Mandir is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Maa Aadi Shakti (avatar of goddess Maa Durga). The temple is located on Jhandewalan Road on the way to Karol Bagh, Delhi, India. The name Jhandewalan was given during Shah Jahan’s reign, due to the prayer flags or ‘jhandas’ being offered.

The upper level of the temple has the idol of Mata Jhandewali with the idol of Saraswati and Kali. There are idols of other Gods also at the same level. At the ground level, the original idol of Jhandewali Mata is there where people perform Puja. There is also a mesmersing shiv mandir alongside for performing Shiv puja in the adjoining area at the lower level itself.

Aadi Shakti Ma Jhandewali is incarnate of goddess Maa Durga. She represents the power of the Supreme Being that preserves moral order and righteousness in the creation. She wears red, holds multiple weapons and rides her vehicle (the tiger), all symbolizing her tremendous and unlimited power which She uses to protect virtue and destroy evil.

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Jhandewalan was once located in a mountain region. It is believed that once Badri Bhagat, one of the great devotee of Goddess Durga dreamt of her and she told him about the idol which was then after built inside it.

Jhandewalan Mandir is one of the most famous religious sites for Hindus. Here everyone can come and worship irrespective of their caste and status. The temple is echoed with day and night chanting of the Maa Durga mantras. The devotees are blessed with happiness, peace and good health.

To have the divine experience of Shri Aadi Shakti Maa Jhandewali’s darshan, devotees can plan visit to her famous temple , located in Delhi. The name Jhandewalan was given during Shah Jahan’s reign, due to the prayer flags or ‘Jhandas’ being offered. This ancient temple has a subterranean shrine as well as one on the ground level. Thousands of devotees converge for darshan or blessing, including the rich and the famous especially during the Navratras in spring and autumn.

The upper level of the temple has divine idol of Mata Jhandewali. There are idols of other Gods also at the same level. At the ground level , the original idol of Jhandewali Mata is there. There is a history attached to this idol. It is believed that Badri Bhagat, one of the great devotee of matarani, dreamed of her and she told him about this idol. Thereafter the temple was constructed at the same place.

There is a divine place for performing Shiv puja in the adjoining area at the lower level itself.

The offering for the Goddess are easily available in the shops in the temple vicinity.

Many celebrations are famous at Jhandewalan Mandir. On the occasion of Durga Puja and Navratra, a unique Puja for Maa Aadi Shakti is performed. The temple’s religious atmosphere gives satisfaction and center to devotees.The festival of Navaratri is held twice a year at the temple.

Jhandewalan Mandir Pooja Daily Schedule

	Aarti	Offerings	Summer Winter

1.	Morning Mangal Aarti	Dry Meva	5:30 A.M. 6:00 A.M.
2.	Shringaar Aarti	Cheele,Chane,Milk,Cocunut	9:00 A.M. 9:00 A.M.
3.	Bhog Aarti	Rice,Pulses,Roti	12:00 P.M. 12:00 P.M.
4.	Evening Aarti	Chane	7:30 P.M. 7:00 P.M.
5.	Night Aarti	Milk	10:00 P.M. 9:30 P.M.

Note:

Jhandewalimata’s Aarti is done 5 times in a day.
The temple remains open on Sunday,Tuesday and in the afternoon of Astami.
On every Astami of Shukla Paksha , there will be Jagran (prayers throughout night) starting at 10 P.M.

Jhandewalan Mandir By Road

Jhandewalan temple is conveniently located in central part of New Delhi , India.It is on the Deshbhandu Gupta road. Nearby areas are Karol Bagh, Pahar Ganj, Pusa Road ,Jhandewalan Metro station, New Delhi Railway Station to name a few.It is connected to the Delhi Metro with nearest metro station as Jhandewalan. There is 5 – 10 minutes walk to the temple.

Jhandewalan Mandir By Rail

Closest Metro Station to Jhandewalan Mandir is Jhandewalan Metro Station

Jhandewalan Mandir By Air

The Temple can be reached through nearest Indira Gandhi International Airport which is well connected with regular domestic flights.

Jhandewalan Mandir Contact Number

Phone : 011-23539977, 23545810
Fax : 011-23512277

Jhandewalan Temple, Delhi

The temple remains open on Sunday,Tuesday and in the afternoon of Astami.
On every Astami of Shukla Paksha , there will be Jagran (prayers throughout night) starting at 10 P.M.
Everyday morning havana and kirtan (prayers) are carried out in the temple.

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