You will be shocked to know the salary of priests in Kashi Vishwanath temple! They get this much money every month.

Kashi Vishwanath Mandir Pujari Salary: Varanasi means Kashi... a city that is not just on the map, but is situated at the center of devotion, faith and Sanatan culture. The temple of Baba Vishwanath located here is not only the center of faith of crores of devotees, but the religious beliefs and mythological stories associated with it make it even more special.

Every year crores of people come to visit Baba Kashi Vishwanath temple located in Varanasi. The recognition and grandeur here is so much that every year a large number of people from abroad also reach to see Baba. But do you know how much salary the priests who worship in Baba's temple get? Let us know...

How much is the salary of priests?

If reports are to be believed, the salary of priests has increased recently. After this, now the chief priest of Kashi Vishwanath temple is given a salary of Rs 90,000 per month. At the same time, the junior priest is given a salary of Rs 80,000 and the assistant priest is given a salary of Rs 65,000 per month.

Dedicated to Lord Shiva

The Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi is one of the most famous Hindu temples. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. If reports are to be believed, it is one of the most worshiped Shiva temples in Hinduism.

Kashi rests on the tip of the trident.

According to beliefs, Kashi rests on the tip of Lord Shiva's trident. This is the reason why Kashi has been called immortal. Apart from this, Kashi is also called "Mokshadayini". It is believed that whoever dies in Kashi, gets freedom from the cycle of rebirth. Lord Shiva whispers the Tarak Mantra in his ear, which gives salvation to the soul.