Rudraprayag:

 Bollywood actress Urvashi Rautela landed herself in soup for hurting the sentiments of people in Uttarakhand with her statement. During a podcast, Urvashi reportedly claimed there’s a temple named after her in the state, where people worship her.

She also claimed that her photo is put up at Delhi University, where students garland and worship it. Urvashi insisted she was serious about both claims. She said the temple is located near Badrinath Dham and is called the “Urvashi Temple.” When the podcast host asked if people come there to bow their heads and seek blessings, Urvashi laughed and replied, “Now that there is a temple, they will do the same.”

These comments didn’t go down well with many in Uttarakhand. Priests from Chardham and religious leaders, including Kedarnath pilgrimage priest Santosh Trivedi and Gau Raksha leader Thanapati Mani Mahesh Giri Maharaj, strongly objected.

They clarified that the Urvashi Temple near Badrinath is a sacred place with mythological roots and has no link to the actress. According to tradition, the temple is dedicated to Goddess Urvashi, Who is mentioned in ancient texts and Is considered the presiding deity of the area.

Santosh Trivedi explained that the four holy dhams of Uttarakhand are deeply revered, and the temples around them are sacred sites tied to ancient stories. He accused Urvashi of making such claims just to gain attention and said her remarks have upset priests and Hindu organisations.

He further warned that if the actress doesn’t withdraw her statement and tender an apology, she could face protests.

The Urvashi Temple near Badrinath has a mythological significance and dates back to the Vedic period. According to legend, it was built from the left lotus of Lord Narayan. The temple is located in Bamni village, facing the majestic Urvashi, Neelkanth, and Narayan mountains.

It is believed that Goddess Urvashi appeared here from the thigh of Lord Narayan while he was meditating. This clearly shows that the temple has no connection with actress Urvashi Rautela.

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