Maa Vaishno Devi Statue

The Vaishno Devi Statue is a colossal statue of the Hindu goddess Vaishno Devi at Maa Vaishno Devi Dham in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, India. The 141 feet (43 m) tall statue was constructed by the Action Group under the guidance of J.C. Chaudhary, and was inaugurated on 22 May 2010.^[1][2] It is the tallest statue of Vaishno Devi in the world, and one of the tallest goddess statues in India.^[3]

Vaishno Devi Statue

The colossal Vaishno Devi statue in Vrindavan
Location	Maa Vaishno Devi Dham, Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, India
Coordinates	27.5803°N 77.7006°E / 27.5803; 77.7006
Designer	Unknown
Builder	J.C. Chaudhary / Action Group
Type	Statue
Material	Steel framing, reinforced with concrete and finished with paint
Length	30 m
Width	15 m
Height	141 ft (43 m)
Beginning date	27 November 2004 (2004-11-27)
Completion date	20 May 2010
Opening date	22 May 2010
Dedicated to	Vaishno Devi
Website	maavaishno.org

Design and construction

The idea for constructing the colossal Vaishno Devi statue in Vrindavan was conceived as part of a broader vision to bring the spiritual essence of Jammu`s Vaishno Devi Temple to the holy land of Braj. The temple and statue were developed under the guidance of spiritual leaders and temple trustees with the objective of creating a pilgrimage site for devotees who cannot travel to the original shrine in Jammu.^[2] The statue stands 141 feet (43 meters) tall and is installed atop an elevated platform to enhance its visibility across Vrindavan. It portrays Goddess Vaishno Devi in her iconic pose, mounted on a lion, holding weapons and symbols like the trishul, lotus, chakra, and conch, each representing divine qualities such as power, wisdom, and purity. The design reflects traditional iconography blended with modern construction techniques. The construction of the statue involved steel framing for internal structure, while the outer layer was built using fiber-reinforced materials and plaster to allow intricate detailing. The statue was painted using weather-resistant paint to maintain its vibrant appearance throughout seasons.^[1] The accompanying temple complex includes a replica of the original Vaishno Devi cave, designed to mimic the spiritual journey undertaken in Jammu. The cave features winding paths and statues of the Navadurga, constructed using fiberglass and sandstone, each uniquely sculpted and painted by local artisans.^[4] Construction began in the early 2010s and was completed in phases, with the statue unveiled to the public before 2020.^{[citation needed]}

History

The foundation of the Maa Vaishno Devi Dham in Vrindavan was laid with a Bhoomi Poojan ceremony on 27 November 2004 (Saturday).^[5]

Spiritual belief

Maa Vaishno Devi is believed to bestow four boons upon her devotees—Dharma (Righteousness), Artha (Material Pursuits), Kaama (Contentment), and Moksha (Liberation). The Dham stands as a divine space where these blessings are sought by devotees from across the world.^[5]

Temple features

Statue of Mata Vaishno Devi

The central attraction of the complex is the 141-feet tall statue of Mata Vaishno Devi, seated on a lion. It is one of the tallest goddess statues in India and is visible from several kilometers away.^[6]

Replica of the Holy Cave

The temple includes a man-made cave path that recreates the experience of the original Vaishno Devi cave in Jammu. Devotees walk through a dark, curving tunnel with flowing water and symbolic depictions of divine elements.^[7]

Navadurga Darshan

Along the cave path, there are nine small shrines, each dedicated to one of the Navadurga forms: Shailputri, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Kushmanda, Skandmata, Katyayani, Kalaratri, Mahagauri, and Siddhidatri.^[8]

Tourism

Pilgrims

The site attracts thousands of pilgrims, especially during Navratri, Diwali, and other Hindu festivals.^[9]

Impact on local economy

With growing tourist interest, the temple complex has helped boost local employment, including vendors, guides, and transport services, contributing to Vrindavan’s religious tourism. ^[10]