Narmadeshwar Mahadev Belpan Faith Center

Bilaspur. Narmadeshwar Mahadev Temple is situated in Belpan, about 30 kilometers away from Nyadhani and only 12 kilometers away from Takhatpur. It is also historically important. There is a crowd of Kanwariyas here throughout the year. Along with the temple, the pond is also revered. A large crowd of Shiva devotees gather here during Sawan.

History of the temple

The temple was built by Bimbaji between the years 1757 1786. The fame of the temple is far and wide. Due to this, a large number of devotees come to see Mahadev. It is believed that Chhota Narmada originated near the temple and anointing with its water brings blessings of Bholenath. Because of this, Mahadev was named Narmadeshwar Mahadev.

Features of the temple

Narmadeshwar is the holy pilgrimage site of Mahadev region and the Narmada Kund located here is also considered as sacred as the Ganga. After originating from here, Narmada joins Maniyari river. It is believed that by immersing the bones in this river, one attains salvation just like Ganga. For this reason, along with immersing the bones, Pindadan is also performed for the salvation of the ancestors. A fair is held in Belpan on Maghi Purnima. Devotees come from far and wide to have darshan of Mahadev. The fair has also maintained its own identity in the region. Due to this, people also get attracted towards the fair.

Acharya told that devotees come here during the month to offer special prayers. Throughout the month of Sawan, Kanwariyas come out with water from Belpan Kund to anoint Mahadev. Also, carrying water from here, they go on foot to Vridheshwar Mahadev (Buddha Mahadev) situated in Ratanpur. It is believed that all the wishes of the devotees who offer water here are soon fulfilled. Lord Bholenath is kind and quick to please. This is the reason why long queues of his devotees are seen in Sawan. Not only Takhatpur, Shiva devotees come here from the entire state including Bilaspur.