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Banke Bihari Temple: These days, a video of Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh is going viral on social media, in which devotees are seen drinking AC water thinking it to be Charanamrit.
The incident occurred when water was found flowing from an elephant-shaped pond installed on the wall of the temple, which devotees considered sacred and started drinking. In this video, some devotees are seen filling water in a cup while some are seen drinking water in their hands. Some people also apply this water on their heads as a symbol of faith.
According to reports, the water flowing from this elephant-shaped tap installed in the architecture of the temple was not actually Charanamrit, but water from the AC (air conditioner) of the temple. A visitor tried to clarify in the video that this is not the face of God but water from the AC. In the video, he can be heard saying, “Didi, this is water from AC, not from Thakur ji’s feet.”
However, despite this warning, many devotees continued to drink the water, considering it sacred. Other devotees standing in the queue outside the temple were also shocked to see this scene and refused to drink water. He said that the water is not safe and there can be a risk of infection.
reaction on social media
Various types of reactions are coming on social media regarding this incident. One person joked, “Who knew AC water could be such a divine experience!” Whereas, another person wrote, 'Such things can happen only in India.'
Many users also suggested that to avoid such confusion, the temple trust should install a warning board so that devotees can understand the difference between real and fake water.
This incident reminds of other incidents
This incident is reminiscent of another incident in 2012, when water was seen dripping near the statue of Jesus Christ in Mumbai. At the time people considered it a miracle, but investigation by Indian rationalist Sunal Edamaruku revealed that the water was actually leaking from a closed pipe, and had no religious significance.
People need to be aware.
Such incidents show the need to strike a balance between faith and awareness. Due to the presence of misleading elements at religious places, devotees are often unable to differentiate between true and false. After this incident, it is expected that the temple management will issue proper warnings at such places so that the devotees are not inconvenienced and remain safe.