Gazing upon Shree Ram Mandir, a sense of tranquility washes over you, a stark contrast to the bustling city of Mumbai. Shree Ram Mandir in Wadala stands as a beacon of spiritual solace. It serves the Gowd Saraswat Brahmin (GSB) community and embodies cultural and social harmony. Originally a plot of land intended to support GSB members, the building opened its doors in 1955 thanks to the efforts of Shrimad Sudheendra Teerth Swamiji of Kashi Math. Shree Ram Mandir quickly became a hub for cultural and social activities, offering aid to students and the elderly. The heart of Shree Ram Mandir, its temple, was consecrated on February 7, 1965. The idols of Shree Ram, Shree Lakshman, and Sitadevi were enshrined, marking a pivotal moment in the temple’s history. The inauguration was led by the then mathadipati, H.H. Shrimad Dwarkanath Teerth Shripad Vader Swamiji. A curious tale surrounds the Hanuman idol, a customary presence in Ram temples. An ancient Hanuman temple stood across the road. Paramguru Shrimad Dwarakanath Teerth felt that the existing Hanuman was content facing his Lord, Shree Ram. He decided against installing a separate Hanuman idol within Shree Ram Mandir. The existing Hanuman idol remained in Partagali. Shree Ram Mandir’s calendar is filled with religious festivals. The most celebrated is Shree Ram Navami Mahotsav, a vibrant testament to Lord Ram’s legacy. Shree Ram Mandir remains a place of worship but also a testament to community, history, and divine intervention.
Arya Samaj Mandir
Did Swami Dayananda Saraswati foresee the bustling metropolis that would surround the Arya Samaj Mandir? Here in the Fort area