Last Updated: August 19, 2026

Welcome to https://rahumandirpaithani.org/. This website is operated in connection with Rahu Mandir Paithani, managed by Odaligaon Mahadev Mandir Bahudeshiya Samiti, and provides information about the temple, puja and anushthan services, online puja arrangements, Gurukul traditions, and facilities available to devotees.

Please read these Terms & Conditions carefully before using the website, submitting a puja request, booking a puja, or using any service available through the website. By using the website, you agree to comply with these Terms & Conditions.

1. Purpose of the Website

The purpose of this website is to provide devotees with information about Rahu Mandir Paithani, its religious and cultural traditions, puja and anushthan services, online puja arrangements, Gurukul traditions, and facilities available to devotees visiting the temple.

Religious information published on the website is based primarily on traditional religious beliefs, Vedic practices, and information associated with the temple.

2. Puja and Anushthan

Puja and anushthan associated with Rahu Mandir Paithani are performed according to applicable religious traditions and under the guidance of Acharyas.

The method of worship, number of mantras, duration, location, and other ritual procedures may vary depending on the type of puja, the devotee’s sankalp, and the procedure determined by the Acharya.

Devotees should review the available puja details, process, timing, and other relevant information before booking.

3. Puja Booking

Devotees are responsible for providing accurate and complete information while booking a puja.

Depending on the service, the following information may be required:

• Yajman’s name
• Gotra
• Contact details
• Preferred puja date
• Sankalp-related information
• Other necessary religious information

If inaccurate, incomplete, or misleading information affects the arrangement or performance of the puja, the responsibility shall rest with the concerned devotee.

A puja booking will be considered confirmed only after the required information has been received and the applicable payment process has been completed.

4. Puja Date and Timing

The puja date and timing will be arranged subject to availability and religious scheduling.

Some detailed pujas and anushthans may require several hours or an entire day. In such cases, an appropriate location near the temple may be required.

Specific information regarding the puja location and timing may be provided during the booking process.

The rules regarding postponement, cancellation, or rescheduling are provided separately in the Puja Booking, Cancellation & Refund Policy.

5. Online Puja

Devotees who are unable to visit the temple may request online puja services, subject to availability.

For an online puja, sankalp may be performed on behalf of the devotee and the puja may be conducted according to the applicable religious procedure. A recording of the completed puja may be provided after completion.

Detailed rules relating to online puja, sankalp, and video delivery are provided separately in the Online Puja & Video Delivery Policy.

6. In-Person Puja and Temple Visit

Devotees who wish to visit Paithani and participate in a puja in person may use the applicable arrangements subject to availability.

For detailed pujas requiring extended time, a suitable location near the temple may be arranged or booked separately. If an external location needs to be booked, the applicable cost of that location shall be borne by the yajman arranging the puja.

Devotees must follow the applicable rules relating to the temple and Gurukul facilities.

7. Stay at the Gurukul

Accommodation for devotees at the Gurukul is intended to provide a simple stay in a peaceful and spiritual environment.

The Gurukul is not operated as a commercial hotel or guest house. Devotees staying there are expected to respect the Gurukul’s discipline, cleanliness, schedule, and religious environment.

Detailed rules regarding accommodation, food, and self-cooking facilities are provided separately in the Gurukul Stay, Food & Self-Cooking Guidelines.

8. Batuk Brahmacharis and Acharyas

Applicable puja and mantra chanting associated with the temple may be performed by the Batuk Brahmacharis of Shri Hari Agastyeshwar Sanskrit Vidyalaya, Odali, under the guidance of experienced Acharyas.

Devotees must respect the religious and educational environment of the Gurukul and treat the Batuk Brahmacharis and Acharyas with due respect.

Visitors are also expected to respect the privacy and discipline of students studying at the Gurukul.

9. Annadan or Bhandara After Puja

If a yajman wishes to voluntarily contribute towards Annadan, Bhandara, or meals for the Batuk Brahmacharis after the puja, they may contribute food items or support the cost of meals according to the available arrangements.

Such contribution is voluntary and is not a mandatory part of puja booking.

10. Payments

Payments for paid services available through the website must be made according to the applicable payment process.

The relevant service arrangement will generally be initiated after payment confirmation.

Payment, cancellation, refund, postponement, and related circumstances are governed separately by the Puja Booking, Cancellation & Refund Policy.

11. Devotee Responsibilities

While using the website and temple-related services, devotees are expected to:

• Provide accurate information.
• Respect religious traditions and puja arrangements.
• Follow Gurukul discipline.
• Maintain cleanliness at the temple and Gurukul premises.
• Behave respectfully towards other devotees, Acharyas, and Batuk Brahmacharis.
• Avoid interfering with religious or administrative arrangements.
• Avoid damaging temple or Gurukul property.
• Avoid using another person’s personal information or image without appropriate permission.

12. Website Content

Information relating to the temple, religious traditions, history, puja, and other subjects is published for devotional, informational, and educational purposes.

Mythological stories, religious beliefs, and local traditions should be understood as religious beliefs or traditions where indicated.

Religious or astrological information published on this website should not be treated as a substitute for medical, legal, or financial advice.

13. Third-Party Websites and Services

The website may contain links or access to external websites or service providers. Such services may have their own terms and privacy policies.

The terms of the relevant third-party service provider will apply when using those external websites or services.

14. Intellectual Property

Text, images, logos, graphics, videos, designs, and other content available on the website may be protected by applicable intellectual property rights.

Website content should not be copied, reproduced, modified, distributed, republished, or used for commercial purposes without appropriate authorization.

The temple or committee name and logo may not be used without authorized permission.

15. Website Availability

We make reasonable efforts to keep the website available and functional. However, the website may occasionally become unavailable due to maintenance, technical problems, server issues, internet disruptions, or other circumstances beyond reasonable control.

We shall not be responsible for temporary unavailability caused by circumstances beyond reasonable control.

16. Changes to These Terms

These Terms & Conditions may be updated or modified when necessary. Revised terms may become effective when published on this website.

Continued use of the website after changes are published may be treated as acceptance of the revised terms.

17. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions shall be interpreted and applied in accordance with applicable laws of India.

In the event of a dispute, the appropriate process shall be followed in accordance with applicable Indian law.

18. Contact Us

For questions regarding these Terms & Conditions, puja bookings, or the website, please contact us:

Address:
Village Odali, Patti Bali Kandarshyoun, PO Dungri Khal (via Chipalghat) Distt. Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand – 246123

Phone:
+91-9818388962

Email:
info@rahumandirpaithani.org 

Website:
https://rahumandirpaithani.org/