Chhari Mubarak taken to Sharika Bhawani temple in Srinagar

Srinagar: Chhari Mubarak, the holy mace of Swami Amarnathji, was taken to historic Sharika Bhawani temple atop the Hari Parvat Fort here for prayers on the occasion of 'Shravan Shukla Paksha Pratipada' on Monday. Sizable number of sadhus and devotees participated in the prayers that lasted for about two hours, Dashnami Akhara, the permanent abode of the Holy Mace, said in a statement. pti

Delhi sees large crowds at temples for 'Sawan Shivratri' prayers

On Shivratri during Sawan, many devotees gathered at Delhi's Gauri Shankar Temple to offer prayers to Lord Shiva. Jalabhishekam and offerings were made, signifying the spiritual meaning of the festival. The Delhi Traffic Police issued advisories due to the Kanwar Yatra, reserving the NH-58 for Kanwariyas collecting water for Lord Shiva shrines.

Women devotees lead holy march on Shrawan Somvar in Kolkata

Kolkata witnessed a significant event as over 500 women devotees led by Priyadarshini Hakim marched to the Bhu Kailash Shiv Temple during Shrawan Somvar. Organized by the WB Mahila Trinamool Congress, the procession aimed to highlight women's evolving roles in religious practices, featuring comprehensive arrangements for participant comfort and safety.

Pilgrimage with MSRTC during Shravan; services commence from Monday

The MSRTC launched a pilgrimage service during the Shravan month to various religious sites, offering free travel for seniors celebrating their platinum jubilee and 50% concessions for other seniors, women, and children. The initiative aims to facilitate pilgrimage trips with organized one-day or overnight tours from different depots, encouraged by local groups and service organizations.

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