Diya Burning for 29 Years in This Chhattisgarh Temple

Aradhya Danteshwari Temple located in Bastar District in Chhattisgarh is famous for a Diya which has been burning non-stop for 29 years. The diya was lit in 1985 and it continues to burn thanks to the efforts of local people. The temple is dedicated to Maa Danteshwari and is located in South Bastar.

News18 Chhattisgarh reports 

In 1985, as a mark of their devotion to the goddess 'Aradhya', four people including the priest of this temple, decided to light up a 'diya' in Maa Danteshwari temple and not let it's flame extinguish come what may, reported Punjab Kesari. 

29 years have passed by, and the diya still glows. However, they have not been able to achieve this without the help of others.

The Jagdalpur's revenue department officials and locals have also contributed money to get 'ghee' for keeping the 'diya' glowing.

Seeing the 'diya' glowing for decades, the devotees feel its the blessing of the goddess that she is showering on them. As a result, peoples' devotion and their resolve to keep it glowing for many decades in future has only strengthened.

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