Vitthal-Rukmini Idols Safe: Pandharpur Temple Committee Clarifies Amidst Erosion Concerns

• Shri Vitthal-Rukmini Temples Committee clarifies that the idols of Vitthal and Rukmini Mata are completely safe, refuting earlier erosion reports.
• Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) experts inspected the idols in February 2025 and submitted a detailed preservation report.
• ASI had previously applied a protective coating (Vajralep) to both idols in 2020, ensuring their current safe condition.
• The Temple Committee has submitted ASI's report to the government for approval of further preventive measures.
• Devotees are assured that idol safety is prioritized, with coordinated efforts by the Temple Committee, ASI, and government for long-term preservation.

Why It Matters: Pandharpur's Vitthal-Rukmini idols are safe; Temple Committee, ASI, government ensure preservation.