Mahamana Madan Mohan Malaviya

Mahamana Madan Mohan Malaviya

Shree  Lakshmi Narain Mandir, Durgiana Mandir


 
Shree Durgiana Mandir in Amritsar is a focal point of faith for the Hindus. Pilgrims flock to this temple not only from India but also from abroad. Over the years, it has become an epicenter of Hindu renaissance and rejuvenation. The complex is popularly known as the Durgiana derives its name from the Goddess Durga. Shree Laxmi Narain Mandir is the main Mandir. The concept of building this beautiful temple on the pious soil of Amritsar City was conceived in 1920. Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya,the great Hindu philospher,reformist and Karamyogi  was instrumental in collecting funds for this noble cause. Sh.Guru Har Sahai Mal Kapoor and Sh.Nathu Mal Rang Wale, both made tremendous efforts  for raising funds and for planning. Ultimately on 7th October 1925, Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya laid the foundation of this temple on Dussera Day.
 
Source: http://www.durgianamandir.com/history.html

Mahamana Madan Mohan Malaviya