Shri Lakshmi Narayan Mandir (Chunna Miyan Ka Mandir)
Lakshmi Narayan Temple was built by a Muslim in Bareilly, know its specialty and history
Chunna Miyan Temple present in Bareilly, UP presents an example of Ganga-Jamuni culture. Actually, Lakshmi Narayan Temple built in Katra Manrai located in Bada Bazaar of Bareilly is also known by the name of Chunna Miyan Temple. This temple was built by Seth Fazrul Rahman alias Chunne Mian of Bareilly. Chunna Mian is no more in this world, but his name has been immortalized forever in the Lakshmi Narayan Temple.
This temple of Chunna Mian, who considered humanity as his religion, is no less than an example for those who divide religion and religion. There is a statue of Ashoka at the entrance of this temple, which is not generally seen in any temple in the country.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad had laid the foundation stone
Many specialties are also involved in the construction of the temple. The foundation stone of this temple was laid by the first President of the country, Dr. Rajendra Prasad. In fact, after independence, people of Punjabi community displaced from Pakistan came and settled in Bareilly, but they had no place to worship. After this he asked Seth Fazrul Rehman alias Chunna Mian to donate a vacant land for the temple. After this he agreed to build the temple.