Mahashivratri: 1.6L devotees in Varanasi's Kashi Vishwanath Temple by morning
India
On Mahashivratri, Varanasi's Kashi Vishwanath Temple saw over 1.6 lakh visitors by early morning, with crowds expected to swell to nearly a million through the day.
People started arriving overnight and were welcomed with showers of flower petals at the entrance.
Rudrabhishek was performed, with devotees offering water and milk
The temple buzzed with chants of "Har Har Mahadev." Rudrabhishek was performed, with devotees offering water and milk, while Belpatra leaves were offered during earlier prahars.
Police set up barricades and even had boats on watch to keep everything smooth, while drinking water, fruits and medical assistance were made available so everyone could focus on their prayers without worry.