Devotees Flock to Kashi Vishwanath Dham Amid Raging Floods

On August 4, 2025, the vicinity of Kashi Vishwanath Dham in Varanasi was crowded with saffron-clad kanwariyas and pilgrims who had arrived on the eve of the last Monday of the auspicious month of Shrawan. The rising Ganga waters had reached the road at the bathing ghats like Dashaswamedh, prompting the police to increase vigilance and make preparations for crowd regulation.

At the Kashi Vishwanath temple, the presiding deity was adorned with a grand rudraksh decoration, enabling devotees to offer 'jalabhishek' and catch a rare glimpse of the deity. The temple authorities have finalized major preparations, including a special 'rudraksha shringar' aarti to be performed in the evening of the fourth Monday with grandeur.

In view of the Chief Minister's directives during his multiple visits to the temple throughout Shrawan, the temple authorities and district administration have ensured comprehensive arrangements for the smooth conduct of the festivities. Special facilities have been provided for devotees and kanwariyas, including water, ORS, medical aid, and lost-and-found centers. Free golf cart services are also available for the elderly and differently-abled devotees.