This historic temple was originally built 150 years ago as a dharmashala with an initial view to finish it only up to two stories. But, subsequently, as the needs of the tenants evolved, they randomly constructed at different phases two more stories. Proper engineering might not have been reported in those subsequent annexing phases. A structure which was initially proposed only as two storied, finally culminated in a four storied one.

In time, the manifestation of cracks in the walls and ceilings were clear pronouncement of incapacitation of proper load bearing ability. A life span of about 150 years is typical for brick-lime load bearing walls, and generally do not preserve much longer than that.

The building was repaired 5 or 6 times over a period of 25 years from 1979 to 2004, but eventually the premises had become dilapidated, sinking down, with complaints from neighbors about safety, and the realization that it was not a safe dwelling anymore for the brahmacaris, sannyasis and devotees in the Matha. It was recommended by professional engineers and building designers that a complete demolition and retrofitting take place.