Dehradun's Bhadraj Temple goes viral: Video shows staff throwing footwear off hillside. Watch
viral video circulating on social media shows temple staff tossing shoes and slippers off a hillside to drive home the importance of respecting temple rules.
Nestled atop a hill, the Bhadraj Temple is a picturesque marble shrine dedicated to Lord Bal Bhadra, also known as Balram. Located approximately 12 km from Mussoorie in Uttarakhand, the temple is accessible via a short trek. While it attracts devotees for prayer, the temple is also a popular spot for tourists seeking stunning views of the Doon Valley.
The viral video, shared by Instagram user Sooraj Dogra, depicts a temple worker methodically picking up footwear and throwing it over a guardrail into the valley below. This dramatic action aims to enforce the temple's strict no-footwear policy.
Dogra captioned the video with a strong message: «This is what happens when outsiders visit our sacred place and, despite clear instructions, still bring their shoes and slippers inside the temple.» He further appealed to visitors, urging them to respect local customs and the sanctity of nature.
Mixed Social Media Reactions
The video has garnered significant attention and a variety of responses. Many viewers supported the temple's actions, praising the effort to distinguish between a place of pilgrimage and a tourist spot.
«Very Good… Appreciate the efforts. Let's teach them the difference between a pilgrimage site and a holiday place,» commented one user. Another called it the «most satisfying video on Instagram.»
However, not all reactions were positive. Some
