Shadani Darbar Explained

Shadani Darbar
Map Type:Sindh#Pakistan
Coordinates:27.9585°N 69.5084°W
Country: Pakistan
State:Sindh
District:Ghotki District
Locale:Mirpur Mathelo Taluka
Architecture:Hindu temple

Shadani Darbar is a historic Hindu temple in Raipur Hindustan and Pakistan. It is located in Hayat Pitafi, Mirpur Mathelo Taluka, Ghotki District in the Sindh Province of Pakistan.[1] [2] It is said to be the biggest Hindu temple in Sindh. The temple is visited by devotees from Pakistan but also from India.[3]

History

The foundation of Shadani Darbar was laid by Sant Shadaram Sahib in 1786. The Sant Shadaram is a great Hindu saint who was born in 1708 in Lahore.[1]

Annual Celebration

Three day celebrations are held in the temple annually during the birth anniversary of Sant Shadaram. During these days, Agni Pooja is conducted and the recitation of Bhagavad Gita and Guru Grinth Sahib takesplace. Mass wedding of poor Hindus are also conducted by the temple authorities during these days.[3] Pilgrims from India visit the temple during these celebrations.[4]

See also

Notes and References

  1. News: Hindu pilgrims attend central ceremony of Shadani Darbar. Pakistan Today. 6 December 2018. 23 December 2020.
  2. News: 209 Hindu pilgrims arrive to attend rituals at Shadani Darbar. The News International. 6 December 2018. 23 December 2020.
  3. News: Indian pilgrims accorded warm welcome in Ghotki. Express Tribune. 23 November 2016. 23 December 2010.
  4. News: Pakistan issues visas to Indian yatrees to visit Shadani Darbar, Katas Raj temples. Hindustan times. 22 December 2020. 23 December 2020.