Project Name: Nagraj Mandir, Khajuri Naag
Location: Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh
Visit Date: 19th August
2025
Visited By: Dr. Chandra Shekhar Changeriya
- Er.
Arjun (Engineer)
- Contractor
Lakhan Choudhry
- Samiti
Member
- Labour
Team: Banshi Pahadpur Stone Artisans
🔍 Purpose of Visit:
- To
inspect the ongoing construction progress of the Nagraj Mandir temple
project.
- To
assess the stone carving work for the Garbh Grah (Sanctum Sanctorum).
- To
interact with the skilled labourers and artisans working on site.
- To
coordinate and discuss the next stages of stone carving and placement.
🧱 Work Progress Observed:
- Temple
Structure:
- Foundation
and primary structure of the Garbh Grah is complete.
- Stone
platform and boundary work in advanced stages.
- Stone
Carving (Banshi Pahadpur Stone):
- High-quality
carving observed on Banshi Pahadpur sandstone blocks.
- Artisans
are executing detailed religious motifs and traditional temple patterns.
- Several
decorative panels and base stones are in progress.
- Site
Cleanliness and Organization:
- Worksite
is mostly clean and materials are stacked methodically.
- Carving
tools, stone blocks, and safety materials available and in use.
🛠️ Key Discussions Held:
- With
Contractor Lakhan Choudhry:
- Reviewed
current progress vs project schedule.
- Discussed
logistics for delivery of next batch of carved stones.
- Emphasized
on maintaining quality and precision in the carvings.
- With
Banshi Pahadpur Artisans:
- Discussed
technical carving details for Garbh Grah pillars and shikhar (temple
tower).
- Agreed
on timeline for completion of next set of detailed blocks.
- Emphasized
importance of accuracy in religious iconography.
- With
Er. Arjun:
- Technical
checks on stone fitting and stability.
- Recommendations
for minor alignment corrections.
- Verified
use of traditional materials as per temple architecture norms.
✅ Observations & Remarks:
- Artisan
skill level is commendable – traditional methods are being respected.
- Banshi
Pahadpur stone quality is excellent – uniform grains and smooth finish
observed.
- Weather
conditions favorable for continued stonework.
- No
major issues reported; minor improvements suggested in work sequencing.
📸 Photos Attached:
(Refer to the attached images showing carving work,
artisans, Garbh Grah area, and material storage)
📌 Next Steps / Action
Items:
- Continue
stone carving for Shikhar and Mandap pillars as per approved
designs.
- Ensure
regular supervision to maintain quality control.
- Next
review meeting planned with Samiti and technical team after one month.
