Renukanath temple of Balrampur is considered a symbol of victory over the enemy, Pandavas had established Shivalinga.

The importance of Renukanath temple located in Gidharaiyya village of Sadar block is linked to the history of Pandavas. The Shivalinga here was established by the Pandavas during their exile. At that time this temple was considered as a symbol of victory over the enemy.

The temples of Audhardani Bholeshankar in the district have supernatural significance. On normal days, people worship Lord Shiva in these temples, its importance increases further in the month of Shravan. On this day, devotees worship Shiva with rituals by offering Jalabhishek and Bhang-Dhatura on Shivalinga.

Renukanath temple was established by Pandavas: The importance of Renukanath temple located in Gidharaiyya village of Sadar block is linked to the history of Pandavas. The Shivalinga here was established by the Pandavas during their exile. At that time this temple was considered as a symbol of victory over the enemy. At the end of Dwapara Yuga, during the exile of the Pandavas, when Bhima killed Keechak, the Kauravas came to know that the Pandavas had taken shelter with King Virat of Shravasti.

To achieve victory in the Mahabharata war, Pandavas, on the inspiration of Shri Krishna, established Shivalinga and built a temple here. Then the name of this temple was ‘Ranhua’ temple. Which later became famous by the name of Renukanath Temple. About five hundred years ago, a Shivalinga was found here during excavation during the British rule. With mutual cooperation, the villagers built a temple and started worshiping.