New Delhi: India is celebrating the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivaratri, the Hindu festival that marks the convergence of the forces of Shiva and Shakti. The duo of Shiva and Shakti is considered to be the epitome of love, power, and togetherness. “The Great Night of Shiva”, is celebrated with a belief that Lord Shiva performs “Tandava Nrutya” on this very day.
Meanwhile, Gujarat’s Dharampur took the Maha Shivratri celebration to next level and made a giant Shivaling which comprises of Rudrakhsha. Using 31 lakh Rudrakshash a 31.5 feet tall Shivalinga has been made in Gujarat’s Dharampur.
#WATCH | A 31.5 feet tall ‘Rudraksha Shivling’ has been made in Gujarat’s Dharampur by using around 31 lakhs Rudrakshas.#MahaShivratri pic.twitter.com/60W6416SPi
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Meanwhile, many political leaders including Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari extended warms wishes on the auspicious Hindu festival of Maha Shivaratri.
Hearty congratulations and best wishes to all the residents and devotees of ‘Mahashivratri’!
With the grace of Lord Bholenath and Mother Parvati, the whole world should be well, this is my prayer. — Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) February 18, 2023
to all countrymen #Mahashivratri Best wishes on the auspicious occasion of I pray to Lord Mahadev for the country’s happiness and prosperity. #MahaShivratri pic.twitter.com/E0PUI90E7i— Nitin Gadkari (@nitin_gadkari) February 18, 2023
Meanwhile, Preparations have been completed at the Shri Omkareshwar Temple complex in Ukhimath to fix the opening date of the kapat (doors) of Shri Kedarnath Dham, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas. The date of opening of the doors will be decided on the auspicious occasion of Mahashivaratri on Saturday (February 18). The Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) has made special preparations for the ceremony to be held on the occasion of the date of the opening of the kapat. The entire temple complex is decorated with flowers.