Mahakal's Grand Reception: 56 Dishes, Ghosts Invited, Unique Card Goes Viral in Ujjain

• Ujjain celebrates Mahashivratri with a unique tradition: a grand reception for Lord Mahakal after Shiva and Parvati's wedding.
• The Shayan Aarti Bhakt Parivar organizes this event annually, featuring 56 types of offerings as Prasad on February 26.
• This year marks the 26th anniversary; invitations are extended to devotees, ghosts, and spirits, with cards offered at Chintaman Ganesh and Mahakaleshwar Temples.
• 100 chefs will prepare tons of Prasad, including puri-sabzi, dal-chawal, halwa, and various sweets, along with paan, coffee, and shikanji.
• The viral invitation card details the reception, wedding events, and lists unique guests like Dakini, Shakini, ghosts, and spirits from the cremation ground.