Gol Mandir Meerut: History and Significance of Shastri Nagar's Circular Temple
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Meerut's Gol Mandir: Dream, Excavation, and Miracles Unveiled
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News18•19-03-2026, 21:01
Meerut's Gol Mandir: Dream, Excavation, and Miracles Unveiled
•Meerut's historic Gol Mandir in Shastri Nagar emerged after filmmaker Devi Sharan Sharma dreamt of an idol.
•Excavation revealed an ancient idol of Maa Bhagwati, leading to the temple's construction and its name 'Gol Mandir' due to its round shape.
•The temple premises house a Kalpavriksha tree, believed to grant wishes, attracting devotees after offering prayers to Maa Bhagwati.
•Devotees lighting a lamp for 40 consecutive days with rituals are said to have their wishes fulfilled; Navratri features Mother Goddess's Charan Paduka.
•During Navratri, a 1.5 km queue forms, showcasing immense devotion; the temple is expanding to include idols of Khatu Shyam, Ram Darbar, and Balaji.
