Odisha Visit / Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Offers Prayers At Maa Samaleswari Temple In Sambalpur
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The temple, dedicated to Maa Samaleswari, is considered the presiding deity of Sambalpur and holds immense cultural and spiritual significance for the people of western Odisha.
Sambalpur, Apr 15: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan expressed his gratitude and devotion after visiting the revered Maa Samaleswari Temple in Sambalpur, Odisha.
The temple, dedicated to Maa Samaleswari, is considered the presiding deity of Sambalpur and holds immense cultural and spiritual significance for the people of western Odisha.
After the visit, Pradhan said he felt fortunate to have the darshan of Maa Samaleswari and offered prayers at her feet for the happiness, prosperity, and well-being of all.
His visit underscores the temple’s importance not only as a spiritual center but also as a symbol of Odisha’s rich cultural heritage.
The Maa Samaleswari Temple is a prominent Shakti shrine, attracting thousands of devotees throughout the year. It is especially significant during festivals such as Nuakhai, when people from across the region gather to seek blessings from the goddess.
The temple has long been associated with the traditions and identity of Sambalpur, making it a focal point of devotion and community life.
The temple, dedicated to Maa Samaleswari, is considered the presiding deity of Sambalpur and holds immense cultural and spiritual significance for the people of western Odisha.
After the visit, Pradhan said he felt fortunate to have the darshan of Maa Samaleswari and offered prayers at her feet for the happiness, prosperity, and well-being of all.
ଜୟ ମାଆ ସମଲେଇ 🙏
— Dharmendra Pradhan (@dpradhanbjp) April 15, 2026
ସମ୍ବଲପୁରର ଅଧିଷ୍ଠାତ୍ରୀ ଦେବୀ ମା’ସମଲେଶ୍ୱରୀଙ୍କ ଦର୍ଶନ କରିବାର ସୌଭାଗ୍ୟ ଲାଭ କଲି । ମା’ଙ୍କ ପାଖରେ ସମସ୍ତଙ୍କ ସୁଖ, ସମୃଦ୍ଧି ଓ ମଙ୍ଗଳ କାମନା କରୁଛି । pic.twitter.com/HODvEijSM1
His visit underscores the temple’s importance not only as a spiritual center but also as a symbol of Odisha’s rich cultural heritage.
The Maa Samaleswari Temple is a prominent Shakti shrine, attracting thousands of devotees throughout the year. It is especially significant during festivals such as Nuakhai, when people from across the region gather to seek blessings from the goddess.
The temple has long been associated with the traditions and identity of Sambalpur, making it a focal point of devotion and community life.
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