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Ujjain: Maha Kaleshwar Temple begins Deepotsav with special Bhasm Aarti
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 06 Nov 2026, 08:36 AM
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The Deepotsav festival at the Maha Kaleshwar Temple in Ujjain commenced with a special Bhasm Aarti, where Lord Mahakal was adorned with Bhang, a silver crown, and Mund mala. A firecracker ban remains in effect for the temple premises.
The annual Deepotsav festival at the historic Maha Kaleshwar Temple in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, began with traditional rituals on Monday. The day marked the commencement of the festival, characterized by the lighting of oil lamps and specific ceremonial practices followed by devotees and priests.
In a significant ritual, the Bhasm Aarti was performed, during which Lord Mahakal was specially adorned. The deity was decorated with Bhang, a silver crown (Mukut), and Mund mala, signifying the start of the festive period. The temple premises resonated with the chanting of 'Jai Bholenath' as devotees participated in the worship.
According to temple traditions, a single flower garland (Phuljhadi) will be lit during the aartis throughout the festival period. This practice is a key part of the Deepotsav observance at the shrine.
Authorities have maintained a strict ban on firecrackers within the temple complex and the Maha Kaleshwar Mahaloka area to ensure safety and maintain the sanctity of the environment. The ban is expected to remain in force for the duration of the festival.
In a significant ritual, the Bhasm Aarti was performed, during which Lord Mahakal was specially adorned. The deity was decorated with Bhang, a silver crown (Mukut), and Mund mala, signifying the start of the festive period. The temple premises resonated with the chanting of 'Jai Bholenath' as devotees participated in the worship.
According to temple traditions, a single flower garland (Phuljhadi) will be lit during the aartis throughout the festival period. This practice is a key part of the Deepotsav observance at the shrine.
Authorities have maintained a strict ban on firecrackers within the temple complex and the Maha Kaleshwar Mahaloka area to ensure safety and maintain the sanctity of the environment. The ban is expected to remain in force for the duration of the festival.