Bharat Mata Mandir

About this place

Bharat Mata Mandir, also known as the Mother India Temple, is a noted religious site in Haridwar, constructed by the famous spiritual Guru Swami Satyamitranand Giri. The late Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi, inaugurated this temple in 1983. This eight-storied temple is at the height of 180 ft & each floor of the shrine is dedicated to different Hindu deities & freedom fighters. The most prominent among all is the idol of Bharat Mata on the first floor. The second floor features the Shoor Mandir, a tribute to the dedicated heroes of India, while the third floor's Matru Mandir beautifully honors the great women of India. The fourth floor is dedicated to the great Indian saints, and the fifth floor displays the religions, history, and beauty of different parts of India.