Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel channeled profound faith on Maha Shivratri, conducting elaborate puja at the revered Svayambhu Bhavnath Mahadev in Junagadh’s Girnar valley. This annual rite unfolded on the last day of the illustrious five-day mela, captivating multitudes.
Energy Minister Kaushikbhai Vekariya stood by his side as they communed with the divine idol. The temple’s sacred precincts buzzed with anticipation, blending ancient rituals with contemporary devotion.
Patel extended honors to assembled holy men, offering shawls and prostrations that echoed the fair’s ethos of spiritual unity. Discussions with saints infused him with timeless insights, transcending daily governance.
Venturing deeper, he revered the perpetual flame of Akhand Dhuna and bathed in the purifying waters of Mrigi Kund. The satsang hall became a nexus of enlightenment, where Patel greeted Muktanand Bapu, Mahesh Giri Bapu, Rajendradass Bapu, and fellow ascetics, each encounter a testament to humility.
Official welcomes came from District Collector Anil Kumar Ranavasiya, Ramesh Merja, and Mela Officer Charansingh Gohil, who gifted memorabilia. Patel’s interactions with the faithful crowd added a personal touch to the grandeur.
The mela’s Ravedi procession, showcasing akhada warriors and unclad sadhus, underscores its unparalleled spectacle. Through Patel’s involvement, Maha Shivratri emerges not just as a festival, but a beacon of cultural continuity and inner peace in Gujarat.