Vadtal Dham Dwishatabdi Mahotsav

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Vadtal Dham Dwishatabdi Mahotsav

Why in news?

• To commemorate the 200th anniversary of Vadtal Temple, a special stamp was released by the Department of Posts to honor its pivotal role in the Shree Swaminarayan Sampradaya. 

Important points:

• The stamp was released at Vadtal, district Kheda, Gujarat on 09.11.2024 in presence of the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Bhupendrabhai Patel, Acharya Maharaj 1008 Shri Rakeshprasad Ji, Dr Shri Santvallabhswami Chief Executive Kothari of Vadtladham Mandir, Postmaster General, Vadodara, Shri Dineshkumar Sharma along with other Pujya Swamishri.
• The commemorative stamp designed by Shri Sh. Jairaj T.G. features the VadtalDham Temple  showcasing  its stunning traditional architecture, the temple is shaped like a lotus having nine golden domes. 
• The stamp symbolizes Vadtal’s rich heritage and its significant impact on the lives of countless devotees, providing a sanctuary for worship and a source of inspiration.

Vadtal Temple:

• The temple serves as the spiritual capital of the Shree Swaminarayan Sampradaya, which has spread across the world today.
•  This temple was built on the command of Bhagwan Shree Swaminarayan by Sadguru Shree Brahmanand Swami and Sadguru Shree Aksharanand Swami. 
• The temple is built in a lotus shape, symbolizing the spirit of harmony among all religions. It includes depictions of past avatars of gods and goddesses.
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