Bisrakh Village Dussehra: While the whole of India burns Ravana, Ravana is worshiped in Bisarkh village of Uttar Pradesh. People consider him a scholar and ancestor. The Shiva temple located here is called ‘Ravana Temple’. Know the special tradition of Ravana temple.
Ravana worship in up: When the whole of India prepares for Ravana Dahan on Vijayadashami, at the same time people worship Ravana in Bisarkh village near Greater Noida in Uttar Pradesh. Here Dussehra is celebrated in a different way. Instead of burning the effigy, a yajna is performed in front of the idol of Ravana and worshiping it.
Is Ravana’s birthplace really a reality?
Local people believe that Ravana was born in Bisarkh village. For this reason, they consider him not just a demon, but a scholar Mahabrahman and his ancestor. This is the reason that the people here address him as “Dada” or “ancestor” and worship him in his honor.
Why is the idol of Ravana worshiped in the temple?
Today people know the Shiva temple of Bisarkh village as Ravana Temple. Some time ago a headed statue of Ravana was installed. According to the main priest Ramdas, this place is not only the birthplace of Ravana but has also been the ashram of his grandfather Rishi Pulastya and father Vishrava. Ravana did penance here and also worshiped Shivling.
Why is Ravana called “Mahabrahman”?
The elders and devotees of the village believe that Ravana was not just a villain but also a great scholar. Therefore, there has never been a tradition of burning effigies on Dussehra here. People believe that whoever wishes in this temple is not fulfilled, because this land is considered associated with Ravana’s soul.
Why is it going viral on social media?
As the discussion of this temple is increasing on social media, people from all over the country are coming here to visit. Tourists from Noida, Delhi, Kerala also say that they have seen a temple where Ravana is worshiped for the first time.
Are there not just a lot, but also Ravana temple?
Apart from Bisarkh, the Dashanan temple of Kanpur is also one such place. Ravana is worshiped here on the day of Dussehra. People shout slogans like “Jai Lankesh” and “Lankapati Naresh Ki Jai”. Here the idol of Ravana is covered throughout the year and is opened only on Dussehra for worship.