Narmada Udgam Temple (Amarkantak)

According to tradition, Goddess Sati's right buttock fell at the source origin of the sacred Narmada River in Amarkantak. Worshipped as Maa Narmada, every stone in this river is believed to be a self-manifested Shiva ...

Amarkantak / Anuppur, Madhya Pradesh Dakshina Nitamba (Right Buttock of Goddess Sati) Bhadrasen Bhairava

Theological significance

Approach this peeth with quiet breath and an open heart. Darshan is not only seeing— it is allowing the Mother to see you.

Deity & sacred presence

Primary deity Maa Narmada / Shondesh

Guarded in the tradition by Bhadrasen Bhairava.

Sacred element: Muladhara / Svadhisthana Tattwa (Pristine Water Element & Cosmic Origin)

Spiritual practice & sadhana

Narmada Water Element Dhyan

Sit peacefully near the white marble steps of the Udgam Kund.
Listen to the gentle murmur of the nascent river waters.
Visualize the sacred water element cleansing internal emotional blockages and bringing deep spiritual peace.

Devotional activities

Narmada Udgam Kund Dip

Taking a holy bath in the white marble spring pool where Narmada originates.

Pilgrimage logistics

By air

Jabalpur Airport (JLR) (~230 km) or Raipur Airport (RPR) (~230 km)

By train

Pendra Road Railway Station (PND) (~42 km)

By road

Accessible by bus and car via scenic hill roads from Jabalpur, Bilaspur, and Shahdol

On the map

Amarkantak / Anuppur · Maikal Hills Plateau (Source of River Narmada)

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Continue the yatra

May every step carry the Mother’s blessing. Visit the next peeth, or return to the map.