About Ganapati Temple, Redi
Ganapati Temple, Redi is a Hindu temple located in the village of Redi in Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, approximately 30 km from Vengurla. The temple houses a unique two-armed (Dwibhuja) Ganesha idol discovered in 1976 during manganese mining operations after a local truck driver reportedly dreamt of its location. The solid rock idol stands about six feet tall and was excavated from beneath the earth near Rewati port. A mouse vahana statue was subsequently found at the same site.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect darshan of a distinctive two-armed Ganesha idol carved from Murju stone, situated within a simple temple structure built at the original excavation site. The temple premises include a prayer hall and religious offering counters. Devotees often visit for rituals during Ganesh Chaturthi and Sankashti Chaturthi. The surrounding area features manganese mines and proximity to coastal landscapes near the Goa border.
Key highlights
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Unique two-armed (Dwibhuja) Ganesha idol unlike typical four-armed representations
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Idol discovered in 1976 through a dream-guided excavation by truck driver Sadanand Nagesh Kambli
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Solid rock idol approximately six feet tall and four feet wide carved from Murju stone
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Mouse vahana statue excavated forty days after the main idol discovery
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Temple built at the exact spot where the idol was unearthed near Rewati port
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Significant devotee gatherings during Ganesh Chaturthi and Sankashti Chaturthi festivals
History of Ganapati Temple, Redi
The temple's origin dates to May 1, 1976, when truck driver Sadanand Nagesh Kambli unearthed the Ganesha idol after reportedly receiving divine instruction in a dream on April 18, 1976. Some sources suggest the statue may have been created during the Pandava period, though this claim lacks archaeological verification. The temple was constructed at the excavation site following consultation with the village deity.
Culture & Context
The temple is considered a vigilant deity site and attracts devotees from Maharashtra, Goa, and Karnataka throughout the year. It holds particular importance during Ganesh Chaturthi and Sankashti Chaturthi celebrations when large numbers of pilgrims gather for special rituals and darshan.