5,000 Earthen Lamps Illuminate Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Temple During Grand Dhanteras Deepotsav
Bhiwandi: The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Temple (Shaktipith) at Maradepada in Bhiwandi taluka was transformed into a spectacular sea of light as nearly 5,000 earthen lamps were lit during a grand Deepotsav organised on the occasion of Dhanteras. Hundreds of devotees gathered at the temple, creating a festive atmosphere filled with devotion and enthusiasm. Grand Deepotsav Organised At Maradepada…
Bhiwandi witnessed a mesmerizing spectacle as nearly 5,000 earthen lamps were lit during a grand Deepotsav at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Temple. The event, organized on the auspicious occasion of Dhanteras, drew hundreds of devotees who created a festive ambiance steeped in devotion and enthusiasm. The temple, Maharashtra's first dedicated to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, transformed into a luminous sea of light.
Shivkranti Pratishthan, led by Raju Bhau Chaudhary and Kailas Maharaj Nichite, organized the event to honor the legendary ruler's legacy. Devotees enthusiastically participated in the lamp-lighting ceremony, followed by a grand Maha Aarti. Chaudhary emphasized that the Deepotsav aimed to celebrate Shivaji Maharaj's ideals of valor, sacrifice, self-respect, and commitment to the nation.
Fort-making competitions added to the celebrations, with youth groups displaying replicas of historic forts and receiving prizes for their outstanding performances. The event, attended by trustees and admirers, was a memorable tribute to the Maratha legend.
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