“Donation Box Contents at Jharkhand Temples: Pakistani Rupees, US Dollars, and Nepali Currency”

**Donation Box at Baba Baidyanath Temple in Jharkhand Contains Diverse Currencies**

Recent reports indicate that the donation box at the Baba Baidyanath Temple, located in Deoghar, Jharkhand, has yielded an unexpected collection of currency from various countries. Among the items discovered were substantial amounts of Pakistani Rupees, US Dollars, and Nepali currency, totaling approximately INR 32 lakh (about USD 39,000).

The Baba Baidyanath Temple is one of the twelve Jyotirlings in India and is a significant pilgrimage site for devotees of Lord Shiva. It attracts thousands of visitors each year, not only from India but from neighboring countries including Nepal and Pakistan. This diverse influx of pilgrims likely contributes to the international currencies found in the donation box.

Local authorities regularly examine the donations as part of their efforts to maintain transparency and proper record-keeping. The temple committee has indicated that these funds will be utilized for temple maintenance and various community welfare initiatives in the area.

The discovery of such varied currencies underscores the temples broader appeal and its role as a spiritual destination for many beyond national boundaries.