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."
The Mahakumbh 2025 concluded on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri on Wednesday, marking a momentous event filled with spiritual unity, divine energy, and supernatural significance.
Shri Kashi Vishwanath Dham witnessed an overwhelming footfall on Tuesday, with 6,67,855 devotees visiting the revered temple for darshan till 7:00 PM on the occasion of Maha Shivratri.
On the occasion of Maha Shivratri, he urged all to ensure that their every step should be in the direction of building a better society. When societal evils would be eradicated, better world order would prevail, observed Birla.
As the entire nation celebrates the holy occasion of Maha Shivratri, B-town celebs, including Akshay Kumar, Ananya Panday, Kareena Kapoor, and others, have wished their fans on the special occasion.
A grand 6.25 km long Nagar Shobha Yatra of Goddess Bhadrakali was held in Ahmedabad city on the occasion of Maha Shivratri. More than 50 vehicles could be seen participating in the religious procession on Wednesday.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, along with his wife, on Wednesday, on the occasion of Mahashivratri, performed Jalabhishek and Puja at Shri Vankhandi Mahadev Shiva Temple in Khatima.
On the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri, which coincides with the concluding day of the Maha Kumbh, spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravishankar highlighted the significance of the day, emphasising the spiritual fervour witnessed across the country.
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.