Balaji

India has come a long way from the when tantric activities and use of supernatural forces, as a panacea for all problems and diseases, was common. Today, the country is known to provide best medical treatments at its numerous hospitals, clinics and nursing homes. Its only the faith in God and science that prevails in the minds of people living here.

An aberration in the 21st century is th Balaji Temple, located 102 km from Jaipur on the Jaipur-Agra Road. It is known for tantrik and exorcist rituals that are performed in the temple premises on a large scale. People from far and near, who have not got any remedy in science, approach these tantriks to find a remedy for their problems.

The rites performed here may be depressing for some, since the live exorcist rituals involve wailing, screaming, demonic dancing and other haunting scenes. But an observing mind will get a lot of insight into the ancient culture of freeing the evil spirits, which is still followed in the tribes and lesser developed regions of the world.

One can easily reach the Balaji temple by catching a local or express bus from Jaipur. It will take you 2 ½ hours to reach here.