What is Bijasan Mata Temple, Salkanpur known for?
The temple of Maa Bijasan stands on the hilltop above the village of Salkanpur, and is among the most visited Devi shrines in central Madhya Pradesh. The climb is by a long flight of steps, by road, or by ropeway, and the view from the top takes in the Vindhya country around it.
Why is Bijasan Mata Temple, Salkanpur significant?
Maa Bijasan is worshipped as a form of the Goddess, and tradition connects the hill with the account of her slaying of the demon Raktabeej. The temple has long drawn devotees from Bhopal, Hoshangabad and the surrounding districts, and in recent decades has grown considerably with the building of the ropeway and road.
Which rituals and festivals are held at Bijasan Mata Temple, Salkanpur?
Red chunari, coconut, flowers and sindoor are the customary offerings, and bells are offered by devotees in fulfilment of vows. Aarti is held morning and evening.
Both Navratris are the principal occasions, with a large fair at the foot of the hill.
How do you reach Bijasan Mata Temple, Salkanpur?
Salkanpur is in Sehore district, about 70 kilometres from Bhopal, roughly an hour and a half by road. Bhopal has the nearest airport and a major railway station; Budhni station is closer on the Bhopal–Itarsi line.
The hill can be climbed by steps, driven, or reached by ropeway.