Chhapadeshwar Mahadev Mandir Haryana
Om Namah Shivay: Chapadeshwar Temple
Chhapadeshwar temple of Kharkhoda situated on Sonipat road is an ancient heritage. There is immense reverence for this temple not only from the surrounding areas but also from people across the state. Visitors come here from far and wide. A fair is organized here on Shivratri and a large number of Kanwariyas come and perform Jalabhishek of Lord Shiva.
History
Chhapadeshwar temple contains within itself the history of those days when Shri Krishna and Arjun came and stayed in the Khandava forest located here during the Mahabharata period. Shri Krishna and Arjun had established the Kuber temple here and worshiped there. Due to neglect, there came a time when the very existence of the temple and the pond was in danger. But Brahmalin Mahant Shri Krishnadas Maharaj came here in the year 1991 and not only collected this ancient heritage but also built a huge cave-like temple here, due to which the faith of the people of the surrounding area also got associated with this ancient heritage.
preparations
As soon as the month of Sawan starts, special arrangements have been made for stay here for Shiva devotees along with other devotees. Special arrangements have been made by the temple management to ensure that the devotees do not face any problem in performing Jalabhishek on Shivratri. Bhajan, Kirtan, Hawan and Bhandara are also being organized in the temple. On Shivratri, devotees start lining up from four in the morning for Jalabhishek. For this, full care has also been taken of the security arrangements.
How to reach the temple
This Shiva temple is about 250 meters from Kharkhoda bus stand. This temple can be easily reached from any corner of the city via bypass. One can reach the temple in 15 to 20 minutes by auto.
Shri Krishnadas Maharaj had renovated this temple of Kharkhoda in the year 1991. This ancient heritage has been rejuvenated and made a symbol of faith of the devotees. Due to the efforts of Shri Krishnadas Maharaj, a grand statue of Shiva has been installed near the pond, below which a cave has been made. A large number of devotees come here on Shivratri.
