Jai Maa Manila Devi!
हिंदी
Maa Manila Devi Temple Maa Manila Devi Temple
Maa Manila Devi Temple set against the Himalayan peaks of Kumaon
॥ जय माँ मानिला देवी ॥

Temple History

The journey of Maa Manila Devi Dham - from a Katyuri-era shrine to a living centre of faith in the Kumaon hills.

Historical Overview

Manila Devi Dham: At a Glance

  • In 1488 AD, the Katyuri King Bahad Dev established the shrine of his family deity (Kuldevi) at this sacred site.

  • The temple retained its original form until 1572. Over the centuries natural calamities caused damage, yet two small ancient temples of that era still stand, preserving its glorious heritage.

  • Nestled amidst forests of Deodar, Oak, Rhododendron and Pine, the temple offers divine, panoramic views of the majestic Himalayan snow peaks.

Maa Manila Devi Temple complex amid the deodar forests of Kumaon
Development Timeline

A Journey of Restoration & Growth

1977–78
  • Shri Chiranjiv Lal Verma, the then Principal of Manila Inter College, initiated the partial restoration of the temple.
18 June 2009
  • The Manila Temple Management Committee was formed under the chairmanship of Shri Ratan Singh Manral.
2009–10
  • Construction of a large Yajnashala (sacred fire-ritual hall).
  • Residential rooms at the Himalaya Darshan complex.
  • Reconstruction of the old, dilapidated Dharamshala (pilgrims' rest house).
2010
  • Construction of the Lord Ganesha Temple and installation of the deity.
2011
  • Installation of the Shivling and Nandi idol.
  • Construction of two Yajnashala halls.
  • Construction of the Lord Rama Temple with idol installation.
  • Construction of the Nav Durga Temple with idol installation.
  • Four residential rooms within the temple premises.
  • A guest reception room and a storage room.
2012
  • Construction of a Satsang (discourse) hall.
  • Construction of the Lakshmi Narayan Temple and installation of the deity.
2013
  • Construction of the Yajna Kund Temple.
  • Construction of the Hanuman Temple with idol installation.
  • Construction of the treasury (Koshalaya) building.
  • Marble beautification of the temple courtyard.
  • Formation of the 12-member Manila Temple Management Trust under Shri Ratan Singh Manral.
2014
  • Construction of a grand entrance gateway at the Bhagwati Temple complex.
  • Renovation of the Bhagwati Temple.
  • Installation of the newly crafted, gold-adorned idol of Goddess Bhagwati.
2015–16
  • Renovation of the Ganesha Temple.
  • Construction of an underground rainwater-harvesting tank.
2016–17
  • Construction of the Lok Devta (folk deities) temple complex and installation of idols.
2017–18
  • Entrance gate on the main temple approach road and a covered Mandap pathway.
  • Landscaping with flowers, open gardens and children's swings.
  • Modern facilities - restrooms, computer service, CCTV cameras and an electronic public-address system.
2018–19
  • A large underground reservoir for rainwater harvesting.
  • A Gaushala (cow shelter) for cow conservation.
  • Establishment of a large community kitchen.
Facilities & Activities

Serving Devotees Today

Regular Activities

Regular Activities

  • Daily religious worship and rituals.
  • Bhagwati Katha (religious discourses).
  • Free medical and health camps.
  • Spiritual and cultural events throughout the year.
Accommodation

Accommodation

  • 20 guest rooms built by the Manila Temple Management Trust.
  • 8 guest rooms built by the Uttarakhand Tourism Department.
Under Construction

Under Construction

  • A large convention hall and community dining hall.
  • The Devta Himalaya Darshan Centre.