Indore (Madhya Pradesh): Union Minister Giriraj Singh visited the Mahakaleshwar temple in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, on Sunday morning. He also participated in the Bhasma Aarti and sought blessings from Baba Mahakal (Lord Shiva).
Speaking to the media, Union Minister Giriraj Singh said he visited the temple after five years. He believed that Lord Mahadev was the supreme deity of the world.
He also praised PM Narendra Modi and Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav.
From the archives: Diljit Dosanjh visited Mahakal Temple
Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh, along with his team members visited Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain on December 10. He also witnessed the 'bhasma aarti' and prayed in the sanctum sanctorum of the temple.
Actor Varun Dhawan visit Ujjain's Mahakal temple
Actor Varun Dhawan, ahead of release of his upcoming film 'Baby John', visited the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain on 24 December.
He was accompanied by director Atlee and the film's cast, and attended the Aarti ceremony and sought blessings ahead of the much-anticipated release.
Special ritual 'Bhasma Aarti'
Notably, Bhasma Aarti is performed between 3:30 and 5:30 in the morning, and ash is offered to Mahakal. It is believed that whoever participates in Aarti, their devotees will be fulfilled.
In Bhasma Aarti, the doors of Mahakal Temple are opened in special Muhurta known as Brahma Muhurta. Following this, Baba Mahakal was offered Panchamrit and adorned with cannabis and sandalwood.
