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Religion
MahaKaleshwar Temple: Baba Mahakal Adorned with Bhang and Moon in Bhasm Aarti
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ujjain
🗓 02 Nov 2026, 08:37 AM
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During the Bhasm Aarti at the Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain, Lord Mahakal was offered a silver crown, moon, and bhang, drawing a large number of devotees.
The Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain witnessed a significant surge in footfall on Monday morning as thousands of devotees gathered for the sacred Bhasm Aarti. The atmosphere inside the temple complex was charged with devotion and enthusiasm as pilgrims waited for the divine darshan of Lord Mahakal.
Following the traditional Panchamrit Abhishek, the deity was adorned with specific offerings including a silver crown (Mukut) and a moon (Chandrama). Additionally, bhang and dry fruits were presented to the deity as part of the ritualistic offerings, marking a unique aspect of the morning's worship.
The temple premises echoed with the chants and 'Jai' slogans from the devotees, creating a vibrant spiritual ambiance. The event highlighted the deep cultural and religious significance of the Bhasm Aarti for the local community and visiting pilgrims alike.
Following the traditional Panchamrit Abhishek, the deity was adorned with specific offerings including a silver crown (Mukut) and a moon (Chandrama). Additionally, bhang and dry fruits were presented to the deity as part of the ritualistic offerings, marking a unique aspect of the morning's worship.
The temple premises echoed with the chants and 'Jai' slogans from the devotees, creating a vibrant spiritual ambiance. The event highlighted the deep cultural and religious significance of the Bhasm Aarti for the local community and visiting pilgrims alike.