Shiv temples across the country have been beautifully decorated with flowers, lights, and painted as devotees gather in large numbers to offer prayers. Special rituals, bhajans, and aartis are being organised, creating a vibrant and spiritual atmosphere in celebration of the auspicious occasion (Pics/PTI)
Updated On: 2026-02-14 02:00 PM IST
Compiled by : Tarun Verma
A person performs a ritual of locking a padlock to make a wish at the 'Nageshwar Nath Mahadev' temple ahead of the 'Mahashivratri' festival
A vendor displays 'shivlings' along with ceremonial objects in a shop ahead of the 'Mahashivratri' festival, in Nadia, West Bengal
A woman performing a ritual of locking a padlock to make a wish at the 'Nageshwar Nath Mahadev' temple
Pilgrims carry holy water from River Ganga for Lord Shiva's worship
