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Atmaram Bawa’s Shree Ram Mandir (Popularly Known as Kalaram Mandir, nearing 200 years):
Amidst the fast-changing landscape of Thakurdwar in Mumbai stands the iconic Kalram Mandir, which dates back to the 19th century.
Atmaram Buwa, a devoted member of the Ramdasi Sampradaya of Shirgaon Math, made significant contributions to the construction of temples in various locations,
including Sawantwadi, Goa, and Ahmedabad. In 1828, he arrived in Mumbai and, with the support of his disciples, particularly those from the Pathare Prabhu Community,
acquired land on Thakurdwar (now known as J.S.S Road). There, he built Sri Ram Mandir, which was established on Bhadrapada Shukla 12, Shaka 1750, equivalent to September 20, 1828, featuring Shri Ram Panchayatan.
In 1870, Shri Krishnath Thakurdas Buwa placed the Padukas (sacred sandals) given to him by Shri Swami Samarth Maharaj at a location now known as Dutt Mandir. The temple also houses the idols of Durga Devi, Vithoba Rakhumai, Lord Ganesha, and Shivalinga.
As the name suggests, the temple is carved out of black stone, including all the idols of the deities in the sanctum sanctorum. You can find idols of Lord Ram, Sita, Laxman, Bharat, and Shatrughna, collectively known as Ram Panchayatan. Sita is comfortably ensconced on the lap of Lord Ram.
Our temple is blessed to possess the Padukas of Sri Swami Samarth Maharaj, which were personally handed over to Sri Krishnath Thakurdas Bua by the Maharaj himself. These sacred Padukas are preserved in our temple and are displayed to devotees every Thursday evening and on special occasions.
A unique feature of this temple is the “temple within the temple”—a sort of secret shrine located directly above the main temple. This small temple houses a Shivling, enclosed from all sides with no ventilation, and has only a small opening for entry and exit. The founder of this temple, Atmaram Buwa, used to meditate in front of this Shivling for hours.
Kalaram Mandir