Khandwa's Mysterious Bhilat Dev Temple: Serpent God's Presence Draws Devotees

• The Nagalwadi Bhilat Dev Temple in Deendayal Puram, Khandwa, is a center of faith where people believe the Serpent God (Nagdevta) physically resides.
• The phenomenon began 28 years ago when Sandhya Rathore saw a microscopic serpent in a pot of water, followed by a dream where Lord Nagdev claimed the spot.
• Scholars identified it as Bhilat Dev, whose ancient place was once there, leading the Rathore family to build a temple in their home.
• The temple celebrates Baba Bhilat Dev's appearance day annually in Magh, with Havana, puja, aarti, and prasad distribution to thousands.
• Santosh Rathore recounts an instance where Baba appeared in a 7-8 feet form to his daughter, strengthening the faith of the family and city residents.

Why It Matters: Khandwa's Bhilat Dev Temple, born from a family's divine encounter, is a powerful symbol of unwavering faith.