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600 Years of Darkness: Bhikahar's Kali Temple Relies Solely on Lamps

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News18•22-02-2026, 22:18

600 Years of Darkness: Bhikahar's Kali Temple Relies Solely on Lamps

•Bhikahar's Mandirbasini Kali Temple in South Dinajpur has forbidden external light for 600 years, relying only on lamps for worship.
•Located in Tapan Block, the temple is a significant historical and religious site, especially crowded during Dipanwita Amavasya.
•Worship is performed according to Tantric rituals on a Panchamundi Asana, with the Goddess affectionately called 'Bamakali' by locals.
•The temple features traditional terracotta work, but is deteriorating due to lack of renovation and maintenance, with parts becoming dilapidated.
•Locals urge immediate renovation to preserve the temple, which is accessible from Balurghat via bus or car.

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