Maha Shivratri Celebrated with Devotion Across India
Goa Leaders Offer Prayers for Peace and Prosperity
India celebrated Maha Shivratri today with great fervor and devotion, as millions of devotees observed fasts, performed special prayers, and participated in religious ceremonies to honor Lord Shiva. Temples across the country were beautifully decorated, with long queues of devotees offering milk, bel leaves, and flowers to the Shivling, chanting “Har Har Mahadev!”
Significance of Maha Shivratri
Maha Shivratri, one of the most auspicious festivals in Hinduism, holds deep spiritual significance. It marks the divine union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, symbolizing the balance of cosmic energy. Devotees observe fasts and perform “Rudrabhishek”, a sacred ritual of offering various elements like honey, ghee, and water to the Shivling. The night is spent in prayer and meditation, as it is believed that sincere devotion on this occasion leads to spiritual growth, inner peace, and liberation from past sins.
Celebrations in Goa
In Goa, Maha Shivratri was celebrated with immense enthusiasm, with devotees visiting temples and seeking Lord Shiva’s blessings for peace, prosperity, and happiness.
- Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant offered prayers at Shri Rudreshwar Mandir, Harvalem, and prayed for the well-being of the people of Goa.
- Mormugao MLA Sankalp Amonkar visited Chafeshwar Temple, Headland Sada, and performed rituals, seeking divine blessings for the people.
- Vasco MLA Krishna Salkar offered prayers at Damodar Temple, Vasco, expressing hopes for peace and progress in the state.
Temples across Goa, including Mangeshi Temple, Shantadurga Temple, and Rudreshwar Temple, witnessed thousands of devotees engaging in prayers, bhajans, and night-long vigils.
Maha Shivratri continues to be a day of devotion and spiritual awakening for millions. As prayers resonate across the country, devotees embrace the essence of the festival, seeking Lord Shiva’s divine grace for a life filled with wisdom, strength, and inner peace.
Har Har Mahadev!
