Maisar Khana Temple

Maisar Khana Temple is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Jwala Ji, an incarnation of Goddess Durga, located in Maisar Khana village near Maur Mandi in Bathinda District, Punjab. Situated about 29 km from Bathinda on the Bathinda-Mansa road, it is one of the most revered Shakti shrines in the Malwa region and is especially known for its large biannual Navratri fairs that attract devotees from across Punjab and neighboring states.

Visitors can expect a traditional North Indian temple complex centered on the main sanctum of Goddess Jwala Ji, with white marble interiors, decorated idols, and prayer halls. The surroundings include open courtyards, prasad and offering shops, and ancillary shrines. The atmosphere is devotional, with chanting, aarti rituals, and queues for darshan, especially during Navratri. The village setting is flat and semi-urban with roadside access and basic pilgrim amenities.

The temple is traditionally associated with devotion to Goddess Jwala Ji and local folklore linked to a devotee named Kamala. Over time the small shrine developed into a larger temple complex through contributions from devotees and local trusts, becoming an established Shakti pilgrimage site in Bathinda district.

The temple is an important centre of Shakti worship in Punjab, particularly revered during Navratri when two annual fairs are held. It reflects Punjabi folk religious traditions centered on Goddess Durga/Jwala Ji and serves as a major community gathering place for devotees from Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan.