Bhimashankar Temple to Close for 3 Months from Jan 1, 2026 for Renovation

• Bhimashankar Temple, a prominent Jyotirlinga in Pune, will close for devotees for three months starting January 1, 2026.
• The closure is due to extensive development work being carried out under the Bhimashankar Development Plan.
• Renovation of the main temple's assembly hall (sabha mandap) is the primary reason for the temporary closure.
• The temple administration decided to close the main temple for darshan to ensure devotee safety during the renovation.
• Devotees planning to visit for Christmas or New Year holidays are advised to complete their darshan before January 1, 2026.

Why It Matters: Bhimashankar Temple will be closed for darshan for 3 months from Jan 1, 2026, for renovation.