Bhīmāshankar Jyotirlinga Temple to Close for 3 Months for Major Development

• Shri Kshetra Bhīmāshankar Temple, a Jyotirlinga, will close for devotees for three months starting January 9, 2026.
• Closure is for essential development works including the assembly hall, staircase, and devotee safety, as decided by District Magistrate Jitendra Dudi.
• The temple will reopen for darshan from February 12 to February 18, 2026, specifically for Mahashivratri on February 18.
• Daily worship and rituals will continue, but general devotees will not have direct entry during the closure period.
• These developments are crucial for future devotee crowds, especially with Simhastha Kumbh Mela 2027 approaching.

Why It Matters: Bhīmāshankar Temple closes for 3 months from Jan 2026 for vital upgrades, with Mahashivratri exception.