Overview
Maa Baglamukhi Dham is the Siddh Peeth on the banks of the Lakhundar River in Nalkheda, Madhya Pradesh, where the Pandavas are said to have performed tapasya before the Mahabharata war. Book a puja or chadhava in your name and gotra, performed by a learned temple priest, with photo or video confirmation.
Temple History
Maa Baglamukhi, also called Pitambara Devi, is the eighth of the ten Mahavidyas, worshipped for Stambhan Shakti — the power to stop, silence and neutralise harmful forces. The idol at Nalkheda is Swayambhu, self-manifested, and is described in the Kalika Purana as belonging to the Pandava era.
On Lord Krishna’s advice, the Pandavas performed tapasya here before the Kurukshetra war, seeking Maa’s blessings for victory. In the sanctum, Maa Baglamukhi sits at the centre with Maa Mahalaxmi on her right and Maa Saraswati on her left — a rare three-fold form representing protection, prosperity and wisdom.
Yellow is Maa’s sacred colour. Devotees offer yellow flowers, turmeric, yellow sweets and yellow cloth at the shrine.
Benefits
- Freedom from court cases: Maa Baglamukhi’s puja is sought by devotees facing long legal battles, with prayers for a favourable outcome.
- Protection from evil forces: Worship at Nalkheda is believed to shield devotees from black magic, negative energy and unseen harm.
- Victory over enemies: The Stambhan Shakti of Maa Baglamukhi is invoked to stop obstacles created by enemies.
- Removal of obstacles: The puja is performed for peace of mind, removal of blockages and smooth progress in life.
Temple Timings
Temple opening: 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Morning puja: 5:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Evening puja: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Morning aarti: 6:00 AM. Evening aarti: 7:00 PM.
Temple Location
Maa Baglamukhi Dham, Chapidela Road, Nalkheda, Agar Malwa, Madhya Pradesh – 465445, India. About 100 km from Ujjain and 160 km from Indore.