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Kolhan Devotion: Maha Shivratri Ignites Temples
15 Feb
Summary
- Devotees offered special prayers in decked-up temples on Maha Shivratri.
- Ancient Mahadevsal temple called 'Chota Baidyanath dham' saw a large crowd.
- A 100-year-old temple performed a unique 'Ajhyabhishekam' for good health.
On Sunday, the Kolhan division was alive with religious devotion as Maha Shivratri was celebrated with great pomp and gaiety.
Faithful followers visited Shiva temples from early morning to offer special prayers and seek blessings. Special rituals like 'rudrabhishekam' were performed according to Vedic scriptures, accompanied by the resonant chanting of 'Om Namah Shivay' and 'Har Har Mahadev.'
The Mahadevsal temple in Chakradharpur, referred to as the state's 'Chota Baidyanath dham,' drew a substantial number of devotees, including many from neighboring Odisha. Similarly, the Jayda Shiv temple in Chandil and various prominent temples in East Singhbhum, such as Chitreswardham and Dalma Shiv temple, experienced large gatherings.
Notably, the Andhra Bhakt Shree Ram Mandiram in Bistupur organized an 'Ajhyabhishekam' of Lord Venkateswara for the first time in its century-long history, a ritual believed to bestow good health. The day concluded with a Maha aarti by the Domuhani river, attended by a large congregation.
Adequate security arrangements were made by the district police to ensure the safety of devotees at temples and on surrounding roads.
