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Diwali Celebrations Begin at Ujjain’s Mahakaleshwar Temple with Abhyang and Fireworks
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ujjain
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 08:34 AM
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The Diwali festivities at the Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain commenced on Chaturdashi with a 4‑am abhyang and royal adornment of Lord Mahakal, followed by five aartis lit with fireworks throughout the day.
The Diwali festival at the Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain started on Chaturdashi, the day before the main Diwali day.
At 4 a.m., devotees performed a traditional abhyang (oil bath) and the temple was adorned with regal decorations for Lord Mahakal.
Throughout the day, five aartis were conducted, each illuminated with fireworks, creating a spectacular display for the gathering.
The event highlighted the temple’s unique customs, drawing thousands of pilgrims who witnessed the blend of devotion and festive pyrotechnics.
At 4 a.m., devotees performed a traditional abhyang (oil bath) and the temple was adorned with regal decorations for Lord Mahakal.
Throughout the day, five aartis were conducted, each illuminated with fireworks, creating a spectacular display for the gathering.
The event highlighted the temple’s unique customs, drawing thousands of pilgrims who witnessed the blend of devotion and festive pyrotechnics.