Archive · 26 Jul 2025
Shiva's Holy Mace Taken to Temple, Amarnath Yatra Rituals Begin
The sacred mace of Lord Shiva, called Chhari Mubarak, was taken to a temple for special prayers as part of the annual Amarnath Yatra.
The procession was led by a priest.
People prayed for peace in Jammu and Kashmir.
This is an important yearly event with rituals leading up to a visit to a holy cave.
The main part of the journey will be on August 9th, going to the Amarnath cave shrine.
Pilgrims are also traveling to base camps.
The Chhari Mubarak, the holy mace of Lord Shiva, was taken to Shankaracharya Temple for Haryali Amavasya.
The procession was led by Mahant Deependra Giri from Dashnami Akhara.
Prayers for peace and prosperity in Jammu and Kashmir were offered at the temple.
Chhari-Sthapana is scheduled for Sunday, followed by Chhari-Pujan on Tuesday.
The Chhari Mubarak will be taken to the Amarnath cave shrine on August 9.
- Who
- Mahant Deependra Giri led the procession.
- What
- The Chhari Mubarak was taken to Shankaracharya Temple for prayers and rituals.
- When
- Haryali Amavasya, with the main pilgrimage to the Amarnath cave shrine on August 9th.
- Where
- Shankaracharya Temple in Srinagar and the Amarnath cave shrine.
- Why
- To perform prayers and rituals as part of the Amarnath Yatra.
- Event
- Chhari Mubarak procession
- Deity
- Lord Shiva
- Mace Custodian
- Mahant Deependra Giri
- Location
- Shankaracharya Temple, Srinagar
- Purpose
- Special prayers and Amarnath Yatra
- Date of cave shrine visit
- August 9
- Pilgrim Departure
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