Mahashivratri in Varanasi: Kashi Vishwanath to Offer Jhankhi Darshan, Entry from 5 Gates

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News18•26-01-2026, 20:30
Mahashivratri in Varanasi: Kashi Vishwanath to Offer Jhankhi Darshan, Entry from 5 Gates
- •Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi is making special arrangements for Mahashivratri, expecting 10 lakh devotees.
- •Baba Vishwanath will offer 'Jhankhi Darshan' throughout the night; 'Sparsh Darshan' and sanctum sanctorum entry are prohibited.
- •Devotees will enter through 5 gates, with zigzag line systems, end-to-end barricading, and volunteer assistance.
- •Flower showers will welcome devotees, and medical teams, drinking water, and mats will be provided.
- •A 'no-vehicle zone' will be enforced from Maidagin to Godaulia, and other Shiva temples in Varanasi are also preparing.
Why It Matters: Varanasi prepares for a grand Mahashivratri with special darshan, crowd management, and devotee facilities at Kashi Vishwanath.
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