Ayodhya witnessed a massive influx of devotees on Maha Shivratri as thousands gathered to offer prayers at Shiva temples across the city, chanting «Har Har Mahadev» in devotion. Devotees celebrate the wedding of Lord Shiva with Goddess Parvati on Maha Shivratri.
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The temple town in Uttar Pradesh was adorned for the occasion, with major Shiva temples illuminated and decorated for the festival.
A surge of devotees from nearby districts descended on Ayodhya to perform the sacred 'Jalabhishek', offering water and milk to Lord Shiva. Officials estimated that around 1.5 million devotees had reached Ayodhya by Tuesday, with the crowds swelling further on Wednesday.
At the ancient Nageshwar Nath Temple located at Ram Ki Paidi, the doors opened in the early hours to accommodate the throngs of worshippers. Temple administrator Sabhapati Tiwari said Lord Shiva was grandly adorned on Tuesday and rituals were completed ahead of the main celebration.
«On Wednesday night, a grand procession will take place from the temple, followed by the ceremonial wedding of Lord Shiva, which will be celebrated with great pomp,» Tiwari told PTI.
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