About Jhandewalan Mandir in Jhandewalan Devi Mandir, New Delhi

Aadi Shakti Jhandewali Maa is the goddess Durga incarnate. She represents the power of the Supreme Being that preserves moral order and righteousness in the creation. She wears red, holds multiple weapons and rides Her vahana/vehicle - the tiger, all symbolizing Her tremendous and unlimited power which she uses to protect virtue and destroy evil.

Neeche Gofa Wali Mataji is also the idol of Maa Jhandewali. This was found by Badri Bhagat and has a story attached to it. It is said that a priest in ancient times known as Badri Bhagat dreamed of Mata Jhandewali and in that dream he was told by Mata rani about this idol.This temple is located on the ground level. There is also a mesmersing shiv mandir along side.

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