Shiv barat shivratri new times – Shiv Baraat procession of Varanasi in the middle of Kumbh Mela flow

The organizers of the famous Shiv Baraat procession of Varanasi rescheduled the event until February 27, 2025, abandoning it from his traditional feast of Maha Shivratri. This decision, violating a 40 -year -old tradition, aims to address the challenges of managing the crowd that the convergence of Kumbh Mela pilgrims and local devotions present.

The procession, symbolizing the divine marriage of Mr. Shiva and the goddess Parvati, was a cornerstone of Varanasi’s cultural heritage.

According to Mass -Media reports, Kamal Kumar Singh, the secretary of the Shiv Baraat committee, said that the change was necessary to ensure public safety against the background of the anticipated growth of the participants.

Kumbh Mela’s impact on Varanasi’s festivities

Maha Kumbh in progress in Praygraj led to an influx of pilgrims in Varanasi, especially since devotions return after participating in the final rituals of Kumbh.

This growth determined the local authorities to suspend VIP “Darshan” at the Kashwanath Temple from February 25 to 27, anticipating the growth of the foot during the Maha Shivratri period.

The convergence of these significant religious events required adjustments to the Varanasi Festival Calendar to maintain public order and safety.

The retry of Varanasi’s Shiv Baraat procession emphasizes the adaptive measures of the city in response to extraordinary circumstances, balancing the preservation of cultural traditions with the practices of the crowd management during the overlap of religious festivities.