Chilkur Balaji Temple: Only Mandir Where Devotees Flock To Get Their Visa And Overseas Travel Wishes Fulfilled | Divine Paths

Chilkur Balaji Temple: Are you also dreaming of going abroad, but stuck in the visa loop? So let's go to that magical "Visa Balaji" temple in Hyderabad, where you get a stamp on your passport as soon as you ask for a vow! This unique court of Chilkur Balaji runs on devotion and circumambulation without any charity. What is the mystery of this 'passport god'? In today’s instalment of The Daily Jagran’s Series Divine Paths, let's know the whole story of this amazing and miraculous temple!

History Of Chilkur Balaji Temple

This temple is about five centuries old. It is believed that this temple was built by the peers of the devotee Ramdas. In this temple, Lord Venkateshwara Balaji is in the company of his wives, Sridevi and Bhudevi. It is believed that God himself appeared in this temple, inspired by the dedication of a devotee who could not visit Tirupati.

How Did This Temple Got The Name Visa Balaji?

The temple’s popularity increased manifold during the 1980s. There is a legend about a group of students, specialising in software engineering, whose visas were denied one after another. They came here, offered prayers, and, miraculously, their visa was granted. Since then, the rumour spread that if a vow is made here, a visa stamp would definitely feature on the passport!

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Gopuram of Chilkur Balaji Temple. (Image Source: Wikimedia Commons) 

Unique Rules For Parikrama In This Temple

The biggest feature of Chilkur Balaji Temple is the parikrama rule. Here is a special way of worship:

- Sankalp: Devotees first perform parikrama around the temple 11 times and ask for their wishes (such as getting a visa).

- Thanksgiving: When the vow is fulfilled, devotees complete 108 parikramas to return and express their gratitude to God. That is why here you will always see people counting the circuit with paper and pen in hand.

Devotees visit the Chilkur Balaji Temple to get their wishes fulfilled, mostly related to travelling overseas. (Image Source: Wikimedia Commons) 

Other Unique Facts About The Chilkur Balaji Temple

- No Donation Containers: There is no ‘hundi’ or donation box here. The temple administration does not take money from devotees.

- No VIP culture: there is no ‘special darshan’ or paid line-cutting facility here. Whether rich or poor, everyone has to queue in the same queue.

- No Offering: There is no need to offer coconuts or expensive flowers here, only your devotion matters.

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Conclusion:

Chilkur Balaji Temple is not only a place associated with beliefs, but it is also a symbol of hope and faith for many young people. It is a reminder of the need for simplicity and discipline in true devotion. Before setting out to tackle huge journeys and challenges, it is recommended that one visit the temple and complete 11 circumambulations.

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