Mumbai: The historic Bhikha Behram well in Churchgate is undergoing major restoration work in preparation for its tricentennial later this month.
The well is a sacred site for Parsi-Zoroastrians who gather here for prayers every day. On special days like ‘Ava Roj’ or ‘water day’, larger congregations gather there to revere the water element.
While the well dates back to the 18th century, the canopy with stained glass was built in the early 20th century with stone and Reinforced Cement Concrete (RCC). The well is a protected monument and listed as a grade II A structure in Mumbai’s heritage list.
Percy Siganporia, a member of the Bhikha Behram Well Trust, said that there will be a religious gathering on March 21 to celebrate the anniversary. “There was some important repair work that had to be done before that. We hope to finish the work in two weeks. We have received help from corporator (former) Makarand Narwekar,” said Siganporia.
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