Shree Radha Krishna Mandir
The Radhakrishna Temple, located in Mahim Thakurdwar, has a rich history dating back to 1912. Here’s a brief account of the temple’s significant events:
Transfer of Ownership
In 1912, Shri. Raghunath Dwarkanath, Atmaram Dwarkanath, and Trimbak Dwarkanath Dharishwan handed over the Radhakrishna Temple to Charities. Along with the temple, three pieces of land were donated to support the temple’s expenses at Bhandarwada. Trimbak Dwarkanath Dhariwan was appointed as the manager.
Acquisition and Renovation
The Improvement Trust acquired two of the three plots in 1921, paying Rs. 40,169 to the Charities. The acquired funds were utilized for the renovation of the Radhakrishna Temple, which cost Rs. 11,774.
Inauguration Ceremony
After the renovation, the inauguration ceremony and installation of the new idol took place on April 6, 1930.
Temple Structure
The temple complex comprises:
– Temple: The main structure
– Assembly Hall: A spacious hall for gatherings
– Rooms: Two rooms adjacent to the assembly hall
– First Floor:
– Small Living Room: A cozy room for residential purposes
– Storage Room: A room used for storing temple-related items, located south of the living room