Bairaj Mata Temple: A Mahabharata-Era Shrine of Faith, History, and Intrigue
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Bairaj Mata Temple: Ancient Shaktipeeth with Mahabharata Connection in Shivpuri
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News18•25-02-2026, 07:41
Bairaj Mata Temple: Ancient Shaktipeeth with Mahabharata Connection in Shivpuri
•Bairaj Mata Temple in Bairad village, Shivpuri, is an ancient Shaktipeeth linked to the Mahabharata period.
•Pandavas are believed to have worshipped Mata Bairaj during their incognito exile in the region, historically known as King Virat's city.
•A miraculous event occurred during early temple construction: stone slabs placed daily would be found on the ground the next morning, until a Mahant intervened.
•Maharaj Rajaram Ji from Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh, significantly contributed to the temple's reconstruction and grand development.
•The temple is a major center of faith for Shivpuri district and surrounding areas, especially during Navratri, attracting devotees from far and wide.