The counting process for the offerings recovered from the donation box of the renowned Sanwaliya Ji temple in Mandfiya, located in the Chittorgarh district, is progressing steadily. Opened traditionally on Chaturdashi, the temple donation box has completed eight rounds of counting so far. Following these phases, the temple administration has recorded a total cash donation of Rs 29,06,31,230. However, the final tally is expected to rise further as the complete counting process is still underway.
Multi-stage counting reveals massive cash flow
The cash collected from the large treasury has been tallied across multiple successive rounds. In the very first phase, the temple recorded Rs 7,53,60,000, followed by Rs 7,51,94,000 in the second phase. The third phase brought in Rs 5,58,02,000, while the fourth phase accounted for Rs 4,97,26,600. Subsequent rounds included Rs 1,66,00,000 in the fifth phase, Rs 81,65,000 in the sixth phase, and Rs 25,85,000 in the seventh phase. The combined total for these initial seven stages stood at Rs 28,54,62,600. Later, during the eighth phase, an additional amount of Rs 51,68,630 was counted and subsequently deposited into the bank, pushing the cumulative cash collection well past the Rs 29 crore threshold.
Counting temporarily halted due to local festival
In accordance with long-standing traditions, the temple treasury was opened a day prior to Amavasya. Immediately following this, the scheduled Jhalzulni fair took place, which required a temporary pause in the counting operations for a few days. Resume operations after roughly four days, the administration picked up where they left off to process the massive influx of currency notes brought in by devotees from near and far.
Pending verification of gold, silver and coins
Aside from the substantial paper currency already processed, several components of the collection remain uncounted. The tallying of smaller denomination notes and loose change is still pending. Furthermore, the weighing and valuation of gold and silver ornaments offered by devotees in fulfillment of their vows are yet to be completed. Details regarding donations received through online digital channels also need to be compiled. Consequently, the current cash figure does not represent the absolute final amount of total donations received during this cycle. Once all procedures are finalized, the comprehensive picture of the offerings will emerge, with the precious metals remaining a major focal point of interest for visitors and pilgrims alike.
