Veraval: Reliance Industries Chairman and MD Mukesh Ambani donated ₹1.51 crore to the Somnath temple trust. On the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri, Mukesh Ambani, and his son, Akash Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Jio, visited Somnath Mahadev. They were welcomed by P.K. Lahiri, Chairman of the temple trust, and Secretary Yogendrabhai Desai.
Mukesh Ambani and Akash Ambani prayed before the deity, offering Abhishek. The pujari of the temple offered sandal paste and stole as a mark of respect.
The Ambanis are rooted in traditions and celebrate all Hindu festivals with fervour. On the auspicious occasion, Mukesh Ambani donated ₹1.51 crore to the Somnath temple trust.
Mahashivratri is a highly significant Hindu festival celebrated with great enthusiasm. Translating to the “great night of Lord Shiva”, it is considered one of the most auspicious occasions in the Hindu calendar. According to Hindu mythology, this day marks the marriage of Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati, giving it immense religious significance.
Maha Shivratri is a Hindu festival that falls on the 14th day of the dark fortnight in the month of Phalguna, usually in late February or early March. It is celebrated by fasting, worshipping Lord Shiva and Maa Parvati, visiting temples, preparing special bhog, and chanting ‘Om Namah Shivaya’. On this day, young girls also fast and pray for a husband who embodies the qualities of Lord Shiva.
