How to Reach

From Delhi to Meldi Maa Temple (Rajkot District):

• By Air: Take a flight from Delhi to Rajkot Airport. From Rajkot, the temple can be reached by taxi or local transport.
• By Train: Direct and connecting trains are available from Delhi to Rajkot Junction. From the railway station, hire a taxi or bus.
• By Road: Delhi to Rajkot is approximately 1,100 km. One can travel via NH48 using private vehicle or interstate buses.

From Ahmedabad to Meldi Maa Temple (Rajkot District):

• By Air: Flights are available from Ahmedabad to Rajkot. From Rajkot Airport, local transport can be used.
• By Train: Regular trains connect Ahmedabad Junction to Rajkot Junction.
• By Road: Ahmedabad to Rajkot is about 215 km and well connected via NH27 and NH47. State transport and private buses are easily available.

History of the Temple

Meldi Maa is a highly revered folk goddess of Gujarat, especially worshipped by rural communities and devotees seeking justice, protection, and fulfillment of wishes. The Meldi Maa Temple in Rajkot District is believed to be an ancient place of worship rooted in local traditions and oral history. According to devotees, Meldi Maa is considered a powerful incarnation of the divine feminine energy who protects her followers from injustice and evil forces. Over the years, the temple has become an important spiritual center where people from different parts of Gujarat visit to offer prayers, coconuts, and red flags. The faith of devotees and traditional rituals passed down through generations have kept the significance of the temple alive till today.

There is no single centrally recognized Meldi Maa temple in Rajasthan. Shrines in Rajasthan border areas follow local traditions, and most practices are based on oral traditions.

Main Poojas Performed

• • Meldi Maa Puja (Primary Puja): Traditional worship of Goddess Meldi using kumkum, coconut, diya, incense, and offerings. Devotees seek protection, justice, and fulfillment of vows.
  • Aarti: Performed once or twice daily depending on the shrine. Hymns are sung in Gujarati or Rajasthani.
  • Mannat / Vow Puja: Performed after wishes are fulfilled, commonly involving coconut or chunri offerings.

Important Days and Times for Pooja

• Major Festival:
  • Navratri (Chaitra and Sharad)
  • Dussehra
  • Diwali
• Auspicious Days:
  • Tuesdays
  • Saturdays
  • Amavasya (New Moon Day)
• Special Observances:
  • Local village fairs (melas)
  • Clan-based Kuldevi puja (varies by village)

Attire (Dressing Guidelines) for Pooja

Men:

• • Dhoti-kurta or simple kurta-pyjama

Women:

• • Saree, ghaghra-choli, or salwar-kameez
  • Head covering during puja is customary

Restrictions:

• • Avoid western or revealing clothing
  • Leather items usually prohibited
  • Alcohol and non-vegetarian food strictly avoided

Official Websites

Government Website:
Not available.
Temple Trust Website:
Not available.