*Governor Shri Ramen Deka and Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai Also Offer Prayers
*President Wishes for Peace, Prosperity and Well-being of the People After Paying Respects to Bastar’s Presiding Deity
*Maa Danteshwari Temple: A Centre of Bastar’s Deep-rooted Faith, Rich Traditions and Cultural Heritage
TFP Bureau, Raipur, October 23, 2026: President Smt. Droupadi Murmu today visited Maa Danteshwari Temple in Jagdalpur during her visit to Bastar. After participating in the customary rituals, Smt. Murmu prayed to Maa Danteshwari for the happiness, prosperity and well-being of the people across the country.
The President paid her respects to Maa Danteshwari and performed the rituals with devotion. She received a traditional welcome at the temple premises.
On the occasion, Governor Shri Ramen Deka and Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai also offered prayers to Maa Danteshwari and wished for peace, prosperity and continued progress for the people of Chhattisgarh.
Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai said that the people of Bastar have unwavering faith in Maa Danteshwari, the region’s presiding deity. The goddess is an integral part of Bastar’s faith and community life. He said that President Smt. Droupadi Murmu’s visit to seek the blessings of Maa Danteshwari is a moment of pride for Bastar and the entire state of Chhattisgarh.
Chief Minister Shri Sai further said that Bastar has earned a distinct identity across the country and beyond for its unique tribal culture, ancient traditions and distinctive values. The region’s traditions reflect a deep connection between nature, faith and society. He expressed confidence that the President’s visit would bring renewed national recognition and appreciation to Bastar’s rich cultural heritage and traditions.
It is noteworthy that Maa Danteshwari is revered as the presiding deity of the Bastar region. The people of Bastar have deep faith in the goddess, whose worship holds a special place in the region’s religious and cultural traditions. Devotion to Maa Danteshwari is deeply woven into Bastar’s centuries-old customs and its social and cultural life.
