Gorakhpur witnessed profound devotion on Maha Shivratri as Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, embodying his role as Goraksha Peethadheeshwar, conducted Rudrabhishek and other rituals across key temples, invoking divine grace for the province’s residents. The centerpiece at Gorakhnath Temple’s Shakti Peeth involved bathing the deity in five nectars before Rudrabhishek, empowered by Shukla Yajurveda’s potent verses, and prayers for universal felicity.
Transitioning seamlessly, he honored Andhiyari Bag’s Mansarovar Temple with comprehensive worship: offerings, panchsnan, milk-water abhishek, all sealed by havan and aarti. Notables like MP Ravi Kishan and civic leaders participated.
The day peaked at Bharohia’s storied Piteshwar Nath Temple, where annual jalabhishek traditions continued, calling for mankind’s peace and prosperity. Its Pandava-era heritage strengthens ties to Gorakhnath lineage.
Concluding with outreach, Yogi met locals at the adjacent vidya peeth, conversed with youth and sports stars, blessed kids, and checked on welfare with representatives. This observance reaffirms his spiritual leadership, harmonizing faith with developmental aspirations for a thriving Uttar Pradesh.