Bharat Mata Mandir, Uttarakhand
The Bharat Mata Mandir in Haridwar is dedicated to India as a country and thereby gets its name from its purpose. Its name translates into "The Moth India Temple". The multi-story temple situated in Sapt Sarovar is not a temple that worships gods or has any religious inclination, but one that stands for the many freedom fighters and patriots of the Indian Struggle for Independence. The majestic temple Bharat Mata Mandir also celebrates the unique trait of India and its immense culture. The oneness of the country and its diversity are also a few aspects that the Bharat Mata Mandir brings to our attention.
At a height of 180 feet, Bharat Mata Temple is spread over seven floors, each level dedicated to different Gods and mythological heroes. See below for details:
FIRST FLOOR (BHARAT MATA):
The Statue of Bharat Mata and a big map of India adorn the first floor of the building. The first floor of the building was inaugurated by Indira Gandhi.
SECOND FLOOR (SHOOR MANDIR):
Shoor Mandir is dedicated to legendary heroes of India
THIRD FLOOR (MATRU MANDIR):
Matri Mandir is dedicated to the achievements of honored women like Radha, Mira, Savitri, Draupadi, Ahilya, Anusuya, Maitri, and Gargi.
FOURTH FLOOR (SANT MANDIR):
Features great saints from different religions of India, including Jainism, Sikhism, and Buddhism
FIFTH FLOOR:
The floor features an assembly hall, adorned with paintings portraying the history and beauty of different provinces.
SIXTH FLOOR:
Devoted to the incarnation of Goddess Shakti like Durga, Parvati, Sati, Radha, Saraswati, and Kali.
SEVENTH FLOOR:
Dedicated to incarnations and forms of Lord Vishnu including Ram, Krishna, and Matsya.
EIGHTH FLOOR:
The topmost level offers a splendid view of the Himalaya mountain range and Sapt Sarovar.
History
Founded by the Swami Satyamitranand Giri, Bharat Mata Temple is a unique temple sacred to Mother India and her spiritual and cultural glory. Smt. Indira Gandhi, a politician who served as prime minister of India, formally inaugurated the temple on 15 May 1983. Located on the bank of Ganga, the temple welcomes people of every religion and community. The emblem of the temple, a woman dressed in a saffron-colored sari and holding the flag in one of her hands, is readily noticeable. Key features of the temple are homeopathic and allopathic dispensaries, diagnostic camps, physiotherapy centers, gaushala ( a cowshed with ultra-modern facilities), Ved Vidyalaya (school for learning Vedas), and Old age home (Bharat Sadie). Also, there is an Atithi Sewa (Samanvaya Kutir), a delightful complex consist of Satsang Bhavan, a well-stocked library, and residential accommodation. At a height of 180 feet, Bharat Mata Temple is spread over seven floors, each level dedicated to different Gods and mythological heroes.