When did Mahashivratri preparations begin at Shri Kashi Vishwanath Dham?

Preparations for the Mahashivratri festival at Shri Kashi Vishwanath Dham officially commenced with the worship of Lord Ganesh.

What unique tradition is part of this year's Mahashivratri in Kashi?

This year, Kashi will receive decorative and worship materials as offerings from Mathura's Shri Krishna Janmasthan for Baba Vishwanath.

What is the significance of Rudrabhishek during Mahashivratri preparations?

Rudrabhishek will be performed on principal deities starting Saturday to awaken them and invite their presence for the festival.

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Kashi & Mathura Unite for Mahashivratri!

6 Feb

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Summary

Ganesh Puja marked the commencement of Mahashivratri festivities.
Mathura's offerings will enhance Kashi's Mahashivratri celebration.
New tradition fosters religious exchange between Kashi and Mathura.

Kashi & Mathura Unite for Mahashivratri!

Preparations for the Mahashivratri festival at Shri Kashi Vishwanath Dham have officially commenced with the auspicious worship of Lord Ganesh. This ceremony sought blessings for the successful and obstacle-free celebration of the sacred event.

The Mahashivratri festival, which commemorates the wedding of Lord Shiva, will see an innovative tradition this year. For the first time, decorative and worship materials will be received as offerings from Mathura's Shri Krishna Janmasthan for Baba Vishwanath.

This initiative follows last year's successful introduction of religious and cultural exchanges between Kashi and Mathura during the Rangbhari Ekadashi festival. It also echoes the redefined relationship between Kashi and Rameshwaram Dham through the sacred pilgrimage water scheme.