About Police Temple (Baikunth Dhaam)
Police Temple (Baikunth Dhaam) is a Hindu temple located at Police Lines in Sri Vijaya Puram (formerly Port Blair), South Andaman, Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Maintained by the Andaman and Nicobar Police, it is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Lord Krishna and serves police personnel and local devotees. The temple features traditional North Indian architecture, idols of deities, and a peaceful courtyard, and is known as a community religious centre in the capital town.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a small to medium-sized Hindu temple complex within the Police Lines area of Sri Vijaya Puram. The premises include a main shrine with idols of Lord Vishnu and Krishna, a prayer hall, and an open courtyard. The setting is calm and well-maintained, surrounded by police residential and administrative buildings. Visitors can observe daily worship, architecture with shikhara-style elements, and a quiet devotional atmosphere.
Key highlights
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Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Lord Krishna known as Baikunth Dhaam
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Maintained by the Andaman and Nicobar Police at Police Lines, Sri Vijaya Puram
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Traditional North Indian temple architecture with decorated sanctum and idols
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Peaceful courtyard and prayer hall used by police families and local devotees