Jayanti Devi Temple, Jind, Haryana India

Jayanti Devi Temple is dedicated to Goddess Jayanti, the Goddess of victory. The temple is believed to be built by the Pandavas. The temple is located about 15 km from Chandigarh.

Jayanti Devi is believed to be a very sensitive and benevolent goddess who listens to the prayers of her devotees.

Lot of devotees throng this temple at the time of grand fair held during full moon day in the month of February and also a small fair held during the month of August. During this period more than 1.5 lakh devotees throng this temple from distant and close places.

Navratri is also one of the auspicious occasions focused by devotees and also Sundays. There are two committees who maintain this temple. One among them is the family of the priest and also the villagers of Jayanti Majri. They take care of the construction and the extension work of this temple. Another committee comprise of Mullanpur residents. They hold frequent meetings on Sunday and also at the time of fair. The temple is not supported by government but it is wholly run by donations from the devotees. Currently there is limited accommodation facility for devotees. The temple committee is working on this issue with the construction of Dharamshala to accommodate the pilgrims. The pujari who is performing the sacred duties presently belong to 11th generation of pujari who came from Kangra along with the deity. He resides inside the temple premises.

Ideal time to visit this temple is during the months of February and August. During this period, a grand fair is organized at the time of navratri by the temple committee. A grand fair is held during Poornima in the month of February and a small fair is held during poornima of August month.