Speaking to ANI, Haryana Governor Dattatreya said, "Today, the people of the country are celebrating on the occasion of Maha Shivratri. I have also offered prayers here. Lord Shiva symbolises strength and energy. The country needs energy and should move on the path of development."
Devotees gathered in large numbers at the Shivbari Temple in Agartala to observe the Maha Shivaratri, marking a grand and vibrant event. The temple priest mentioned that the legend of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati's marriage is associated with this day. The temple was established in 1340 AD
Calling him a national treasure, the Union Home Minister credited Sadhguru for promoting Yoga through Adiyogi (Lord Shiva), while Prime Minister Narendra Modi attracted the entire world to the ancient practice by initiating International Yoga Day.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath offered prayers to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati at the Gorakhnath Temple in Gorakhpur on the occasion of Mahashivratri.
Lord Bhairavnath will be worshipped on April 27. While the Panch Mukhi Doli of Baba Kedar will depart from Shri Omkareshwar Temple Ukhimath to Kedarnath Dham on April 28, the press release stated.
CM Yadav with his wife Seema Yadav reached inside the sanctum sanctorum of the Mahakal temple, performed the rituals of worshipping Baba Mahakal (Lord Shiva) and sought his blessings for the welfare of the people of the state.
Hansraj Raghuwanshi, known for his bhakti songs like 'Mera Bhola Hai Bhandari', 'Bhole', and 'Mahadeva', celebrated Maha Shivratri by offering prayers at one of the twelve revered Jyotirlingas.
Senior Congress leaders, including Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, extended their heartfelt wishes to the people on the occasion of Mahashivratri, invoking the blessings of Lord Shiva and Goddess Shakti.
Bharatiya Janata Party MP Bansuri Swaraj offered prayers to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati at the Pracheen Shiv Temple at Connaught Palace on the occasion of Mahashivratri.
Due to heavy crowds in Prayagraj, many devotees chose to visit Nashik, where they took a holy dip in the Godavari River (Nashik Gange) and offered prayers at the Shri Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga Temple on Mahashivratri.