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Sharada Peeth

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A Shakti Peetha at Sharda, Neelum valley, Pakistan-occupied Jammu & Kashmir (PoJK), where Sati's right hand is said to have fallen. The Goddess is worshipped here as Sharada.

Key facts
LocationSharda, Neelum valley, Pakistan-occupied Jammu & Kashmir (PoJK)
State/UT or countryJammu and Kashmir
FaithHindu
DeityThe Goddess (Shakti) as Sharada
Part of Sati said to have fallen hereright hand

Good to know

An ancient seat of learning near the Line of Control, under Pakistan's illegal occupation. A Sharada temple was consecrated at Teetwal in Kupwara district in 2023 so devotees can pray facing it.

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