Varanasi saw a grand early morning procession led by ‘naga sadhus’ and ‘akharas’ to Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple. The temple had been decorated with lights and flowers from Tuesday evening for the occasion.
Mahamandaleshwar of ‘akharas’ were atop a royal chariot as the procession as they made their way to the temple. The air rang with chants of ‘Har Har Mahadev’ as the sadhus carrying tridents, maces and swords performed ‘jalabhishek’.
CEO of Kashi Vishwanath Dham Vishwa Bhushan Mishra said that all arrangements, including barricading and water facilities, were in place to ensure devotees’ comfort. The temple saw a huge number of visitors, with darshan continuing through the night.
Lakhs of devotees also took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam on Mahashivratri, which marks the last day of the Maha Kumbh underway in Prayagraj.