Ganpati Bappa Special! Ancient Ganesha With Riddhi-Siddhi, Shubh-Labh Draws Devotees In MP’s Manawar

Manawar, a village in Madhya Pradesh's Dharampuri tehsil, is witnessing a surge in devotion during the Ganesh Chaturthi festival. The ancient Shri Vakratunda Ganesh temple at Pagara village has become a focal point for devotees seeking a special puja, abhishekam, and aarti.

What sets this temple apart is the unique idol of Lord Ganesha, which is accompanied by his family members - Riddhi-Siddhi and their sons Shubh-Labh. This distinctive ensemble is believed to bestow great blessings upon devotees.

Local belief holds that this ancient temple is referenced in the Narmada Purana, adding to its historical and spiritual significance. The temple complex also houses a special sanctum for the snake god, with devotees believing that the serpent occasionally visits Lord Ganesha. Such appearances are considered a divine blessing by the faithful.

As Ganesh Chaturthi approached, the temple was festively adorned with ornaments for Lord Ganesha. Devotees have been streaming into the temple since the dawn of the festival to offer prayers, chant mantras, and participate in the grand Maha Aarti. The temple has earned a reputation as a revered center of religious faith and a cherished part of the local tradition, drawing worshippers who come to seek happiness, prosperity, and peace for themselves and their families.