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Kedareshwar Mandir
Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located in Etawah, Uttar Pradesh, India From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Kedareshwar Temple[1][2][3][4] (also known as Kedareshwar Mahadev Mandir) is a large Hindu temple under construction in Etawah district, Uttar Pradesh, India, dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple project has gained significant attention for its grand architectural scale and its cultural and political significance in the region.
The temple is located off the Etawah District area in Etawah city, at coordinates 26.7779°N 79.0238°E.[5]
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History
The foundation stone for the temple was laid in 2021,[6] with construction taking place on a sprawling plot of approximately 11 acres in Etawah. The Kedareshwar Mahadev Etawah Temple Trust, with notable involvement from local political figures, is overseeing the construction. A prana-pratishtha (consecration) ceremony was reportedly held in early 2024 as the temple structure became partially ready. The temple is scheduled to be formally inaugurated on Maha Shivaratri in February 2026.
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Architecture
The architectural design incorporates elements inspired[7][8] by several traditional Indian temple styles. According to reports, the temple's entrance and sanctum draw inspiration from other historic temples, and it is intended to be built using traditional methods without modern materials like cement and iron, instead using ancient binders such as lime mixtures.
Religious and Cultural Significance
Devotees consider the temple a significant Shiva shrine and it has become a growing focal point of faith for local worshippers even before official completion. Regular rituals,[9] including special ceremonies on festivals such asMaha Shivaratri,[3] attract crowds to the site.
Controversy
The project has been a subject of controversy[1][2] and public debate. Several Hindu religious bodies and priests have objected to the temple's resemblance to the famed Kedarnath Temple in Uttarakhand, calling it a symbolic replica[1][4] that could hurt the sentiments associated with the original shrine. Religious groups such as the Char Dham Teerth Purohit Mahapanchayat and Akhil Bharatiya Akhara Parishad[10][11] have demanded that construction halt or be modified. In contrast, project representatives and some priests have defended the design, stating it is inspired but not an exact copy of the Kedarnath Temple model.
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Political Context
The temple's construction has also been discussed in political[12][13] contexts, with commentators noting its timing relative to major religious developments elsewhere in India. The involvement of prominent local leaders has led to interpretations of the temple as part of broader cultural and political narratives.[2][14]
Location
The temple is located off the Etawah–Bhind bypass road along National Highway (NH) 719, near the Lion Safari Park area in Etawah city, close to the village of Bulakipur Luhanna, at coordinates 26.7779°N 79.0238°E.[5]
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