Mandi: The Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) announced to deploy special bus services during the International Shivratri festival based on the increased demand from travelers. This proactive measure aims to alleviate any inconvenience faced by rural residents visiting the fair. Given the substantial turnout during the Shivratri festivities, regular buses often reach full capacity, leading to discomfort for elderly passengers and young children standing during the journey. To address this, HRTC is also considering to operate buses on closed routes prior to the Shivratri festival.
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About Shivratri Festival
Shivratri (The Great Night of Lord Shiva) is a significant Hindu festival celebrated annually in reverence of Lord Shiva. The festival is observed on the 14th day of the waning moon in the Hindu lunar month of Phalguna. Shivratri holds profound spiritual significance of devotees across the globe. Devotees across the world observe Shivratri with fasting, prayers and rituals dedicated to Lord Shiva. Many visit Shiva temples to offer special prayers, perform abhishekam and chant mantras in praise of the deity. Overall, Shivratri serves as a spiritual reminder of devotees to cultivate virtues of devotion, self-discipline, and inner transformation.
Interesting Facts about Shivaratri Festival
Below are some amazing facts about Shivratri festival celebrated across the world.
- Maha Shivratri is marked by night-long vigil, wherein devotees engage in prayers, meditation and chanting of sacred mantras in praise of Lord Shiva.
- The term Maha Shivratri means the Great Night of Lord Shiva.
- On this auspious day, Lord Shiva married Goddess Parvati.
- The most important ritual of Shivratri is abhishekam of the Shiva Lingam with water, milk, honey, yogurt and other sacred substances.
- Offering bilva leaves or bel patra to Lord Shiva holds immense importance during Shivratri.
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Conclusion
The Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC), headquartered in Shimla has taken proactive steps to ensure smooth transportation for travelers during Shivratri festival. The corporation want to mitigate any inconvenience faced by rural residents attending the fair.