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This temple is also known as the Gadh-Kumo Devi, as people from both Kumaon (Bageshwar) and Garhwal (Chamoli) regions worship her as their family goddess. The Katyuri kings, who ruled between the 6th and 11th centuries, considered her their Kuldevi (clan deity), while the Chand rulers revered Goddess Nanda.<\/p>\n
Another\u00a0saying is that when the Chand rulers brought the sacred stone idol of Goddess Nanda from Garhwal to Almora, they halted at Dungoli. The next morning, the idol could not be lifted, as if the Goddess herself had chosen to stay at the place. Realizing her divine will, the king consecrated the idol there, and since then, the shrine has become a major seat of devotion.<\/p>\n
The temple continues to be the center of religious and cultural life. During Nanda Ashtami, a grand fair is organized that lasts for three days. The festivities include the singing of traditional \u201cNanaul\u201d songs, \u201cDevi Jagars,\u201d torch processions, \u2018Kalash Yatra\u2019\u00a0 by villagers of Jhalamali, and vibrant cultural programmes. Local priests adorn the idol of Nanda with ornaments, which are later returned to Dungoli after the immersion of the idol.<\/p>\n
Prominent writer Mohan Joshi notes that devotion to Maa Bhramari and Maa Nanda has only grown with time, even among people settled outside Uttarakhand. Local residents emphasize that such fairs not only preserve ancient traditions but also generate opportunities for tourism and employment.<\/p>\n
The unwavering faith and deep devotion of the people ensure that the Kot Bhramari Temple remains a shining symbol of Uttarakhand\u2019s spiritual heritage.<\/p>\n
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