Kashi Immersed in Shiva's Spirit: Baba Vishwanath as Groom, Record Devotee Turnout

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News18•15-02-2026, 13:09
Kashi Immersed in Shiva's Spirit: Baba Vishwanath as Groom, Record Devotee Turnout
- •Maha Shivaratri sees Baba Vishwanath adorned as a divine groom, captivating devotees with his special 'groom's turban' during Mangala Aarti.
- •Kashi Vishwanath Dham witnesses unprecedented crowds, with a 4 km queue and over 4 lakh devotees performing Jalabhishek by 11 AM, projected to exceed 8-10 lakh.
- •Devotees receive a 'VIP' experience with rose petal showers and personal welcome from the temple CEO, enhancing their enthusiasm.
- •The entire city of Kashi is flooded with Shiva devotees, with major roads packed, and no space even to place a sesame seed near the temple.
- •Baba Vishwanath receives special offerings from 62 temples nationwide and abroad, showcasing India's cultural unity, while security is heightened for millions of devotees.
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