Nilkanth Dham Swaminarayan Temple

Nilkanth Dham Swaminarayan Temple is a large Swaminarayan Hindu temple complex located in Poicha village on the banks of the Narmada River in Narmada district, Gujarat. Built by Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul Rajkot Sansthan and inaugurated in 2013, it is dedicated to Lord Swaminarayan in his Nilkanth Varni form. The complex is notable for its ornate architecture, landscaped gardens, riverfront setting and exhibitions including Sahajanand Universe.

Visitors can expect a sprawling, modern temple complex with an ornate main shrine, large prayer halls, landscaped gardens, fountains and sculptures along the Narmada riverfront. Areas to explore include the main temple, exhibition halls such as Sahajanand Universe with 3D shows and displays on the life of Swaminarayan, open courtyards, and food and prasad areas. The environment is clean, well-maintained and designed for pilgrimage and family sightseeing with wide walkways and river views.

The temple complex was constructed by Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul Rajkot Sansthan under the guidance of Gurudev Shastriji Maharaj Shri Dharmajivandasji Swami and his successors. Construction was undertaken in the early 2010s and the temple was inaugurated in 2013. It was developed as a major Swaminarayan pilgrimage centre on the banks of the Narmada River near Rajpipla.

The temple is dedicated to Lord Swaminarayan worshipped as Nilkanth Varni, commemorating his teenage pilgrimage. It serves as an important pilgrimage and cultural centre for followers of the Swaminarayan Sampradaya, hosting daily prayers, festivals, aarti on the Narmada, and educational exhibitions on Swaminarayan teachings and values.