Pictures of 2011 Maha Shivratri Celebrated in Mansehra Shiv Temple, Pakistan

By Gopinath Kumar (editor-in-chief)
Wednesday, March 09, 2011

(Photo : 2011 Maha-Shivratri at Mansera (NWFP) by Rajesh Pandit and Pakistan Hindu Post (PHP), Pakistan)

Namasty !

            Maha Shivratri was celebrated in Shiv mandir at Mansehra (NWFP) Pakistan. People came all over from NWFP & Punjab aswell. This temple is one of the oldest temples in world, according local people they says that it is 2,000 years old. Muslims people say that they have seen a snake couple in this temple.

           This Temple of Maha Dev is located in Mansehra Division near to Abbotabad NWFP (Pakistan). Many Hindus peoples come every Maha Shivratri. On 2nd March 2011 all from Punjab and NWFP people came to celebrate Maha Shivratri. Pandit Rajesh Kalyan, Pandit Chaman Lal & Sewa Dhari Mr.Darshan lal do pooja with the local peoples. You can see Shiv Lingam this is the tallest Shiv Lingam in Pakistan.

If anyone in Pakistan or out of country visit this temple so please contact to Rajesh Pandit Kalyan & Mr.Darshan Lal.

Contact No. +92 03325135398
                  +92 03459584649

 (Photo : Location of Mansehra District (highlighted in yellow) within the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, Pakistan)

Mansehra District (Urdu: مانسہرہ) is in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan, an area still unofficially known as the Northwest Frontier. Mansehra district and town are named after Man Singh, a leading general of Mughal Emperor Akbar. The Kaghan Valley area (a popular tourist destination) and the Karakoram Highway pass through the district.

Maha Shivaratri means "The Great Night of Siva". The night of Shiva falls on the eve of the New Moon. The night is symbolic of a condition prior to creation and refers to the chaos that existed before light. But this chaotic darkness is not a negative condition. It is pure consciousness without the pollution of knowledge. In the Buddha's terminology it is the Emptiness of Nirvana.

Every year during The Great Night of Shiva, Lord Shiva incarnates in the form of the Shiva Lingam. Maha Shivaratri is the prime time for every soul to get into the primordial consciousness of non-existence or Nirvana. One is required to keep vigil during the night in order to receive Shiva's grace and assistance.

As you keep vigil this night, you become aware of your life and karma. It is a great opportunity to connect with the divine formless form of Lord Shiva, the Lingam, who symbolizes 'all-auspiciousness', and to invite these energies in your life. In essence, Maha Shivaratri signifies the transition from the darkness of gloom and ignorance to the dawn of divine joy and knowledge.

Please see an attach file of 2011 Maha Shivratri Celebrated in Mansehra Shiv Temple, Pakistan

With Regards,
Rajesh Pandit (PHP Islamabad)
Sanjesh Sunny (PHP Karachi)

(Photo : 2011 Maha Shivratri Celebrated and Local Hindus standing in front of Shiv Temple in Mansehra, Pakistan)

(Photo : 2011 Maha Shivratri Celebrated in Mansehra Shiv Temple, Pakistan)

 (Photo : PHP Banner for 2011 Maha Shivratri Celebrated in Mansehra Shiv Temple, Pakistan)

 (Photo : SRSSM Banner for 2011 Maha Shivratri Celebrated in Mansehra Shiv Temple, Pakistan)

 (Photo : PHP/SRDSSM Calender at 2011 Maha Shivratri Celebrated in Mansehra Shiv Temple, Pakistan)

 (Photo : Shiv Ling is in Mansehra Division Khabher Phaktun Khawha Pakistan. It is 10ft high above from earth. It is the highest Shivlingam in Pakistan)

 (Photo : Rajesh Pandit with local Hindu womens for 2011 Maha Shivratri Celebrated in Mansehra Shiv Temple, Pakistan)

 (Photo : Kids and women performing religious rites for 2011 Maha Shivratri Celebrated in Mansehra Shiv Temple, Pakistan)

Introduction : Rajesh Pandit is scholar, a teacher, particularly one skilled in Sanskrit and Hindu law, religion, music or philosophy and he is also active member of PHP Islambad based reporter.

Write us email if any more information is required at namastepakistan@gmail.com

The PHP Team

Pictures of 2011 Maha Shivratri Celebration at Katas Raj, Pakistan

By Jaykrishna  (PHP Punjab)
Monday, March 07, 2011

(Photo : PHP & HRF at Katas Raj (Maha Shivratri 2011) Banners, Pakistan)

Namasty !

       2011 Yatra of Shri Katast Raj was organized by All Pakistan Hindu Rights Movement (APHRM) with coordination of Hare Rama Foundation-Pakistan (HRF-P), Pakistan Hindu Post (PHP) and HAF. There we distributed the Katas Raj Cards, 2011 Calenders by HAF/PHP and Lord Shiv pictures, Vegetarian Bhandara for all devotees, Tea stall and 3 Grooms Wedding Ceremony (Traditional Hindu way) in Katas Raj also took place. We had invited around 700 peoples for the event.


       Among prominent attendant guests were Ramesh Jaipal (Chairman of SCRM and Director of PHP), Pt.Guru Sukh Dev ji (President of HRF) and also Miss.Aneeta Wadhani, Mr.Ratan Lal (Sialkot Hindu Leader), Mr.Amernath Randhawa (Lahore Hindu Leader) and last but not least of dear friend Mr.Haroon Sarab Diyal leader of Peshawar based Hindu community in NWFP, Pakistan.

Please see an attach file of 2011 Katas Yatra celebration.

With Regards,
Ramesh Jaipal
(PHP, Pakistan)

 (1 Photo : 2011 Shri Katast Raj Yatra on Maha-Shivratri event, Pakistan)

  (2 Photo : 2011 Shri Katast Raj Yatra on Maha-Shivratri event, Pakistan)

   (3 Photo : 2011 Shri Katast Raj Yatra on Maha-Shivratri event, Pakistan)

 (4 Photo : 2011 Shri Katast Raj Yatra on Maha-Shivratri event, Pakistan)

 (5 Photo : 2011 Shri Katast Raj Yatra on Maha-Shivratri event, Pakistan)

Introduction : Katasraj Mandir (Punjabi: کٹاس راج مندر (Shahmukhi), कटासराज मन्दिर (Devanagari)) is a Hindu mandir situated in Katas village in the Chakwal district of Punjab in Pakistan. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the temple has existed since the days of Mahābhārata and the Pandava brothers spent a substantial part of their exile at the site. The Pakistan Government is considering nominating the temple complex for World Heritage Site status. It also proposes to spend about Rs 20 million in three phases for the restoration of the complex.

For more information please contact : namastepakistan@gmail.com

The PHP Team

Pictures of 2011 Maha Shivratri Celebration in SRSSM, Pakistan

By Mohammad S.Solanki (Executive Editor)
Monday, March 07, 2011

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Sanjay Saim (PHP Karachi)
Date: Sat, Mar 5, 2011 at 1:58 AM
Subject: Celebration of Maha Shivratri (SRSSM) 2011
To: Pakistan Hindu Post (PHP)

Namasty!  All My Friends, Brothers & Sisters.

Shri Ramdev Shiv Santosh Mandli Celebrated Maha Shivratri Festival at Shri Ramdev Shiv Santosh Mandir on 2nd March 2011.

Please find attach files of 2011 Maha-Shivratri celebration at Ramapir Mandir, Pakistan.

Sanjesh Sunny
(PHP,Pakistan)

Introduction : Maha Shivratri or the Great Night of Shiva is a Hindu festival celebrated every year on the 13th night/14th day in the Krishna Paksha (waning moon) of the month of Maagha. The festival is principally celebrated by offerings of Bael (Bilva) leaves to the Lord Shiva, all day fasting and an all night long vigil. As per scriptural and discipleship traditions, the penances are performed in order to gain boons in the practice of Yoga and meditation, in order to reach life's summum bonum steadily and swiftly.

(Photo : 2011 Maha Shivratri Celebration with SRSSM Banner at Shri Ramdev Shiv Santosh Mandir, Pakistan)

(Photo : 2011 Maha Shivratri Celebration with PHP Banner at Shri Ramdev Shiv Santosh Mandir, Pakistan)

(Photo : 2011 Maha Shivratri Celebration with local Hindu kids at Shri Ramdev Shiv Santosh Mandir, Pakistan)

(Photo : 2011 Maha Shivratri Celebration with Hindu youth members at Shri Ramdev Shiv Santosh Mandir, Pakistan)

(Photo : 2011 Maha Shivratri Celebration with Hindu womens at Shri Ramdev Shiv Santosh Mandir, Pakistan)

(Photo : 2011 Maha Shivratri Celebration showing Hindu congregation at Shri Ramdev Shiv Santosh Mandir, Pakistan)

 

 (Photo : 2011 Maha Shivratri Celebration had a very dressup for Lord Shiva at Shri Ramdev Shiv Santosh Mandir, Pakistan)

PHP Editorial : Introduction to Ramapir Mandir, SRSSM and PHP , Pakistan

The Shri Ramdev Shiv Santosh Mandir is one of the old mandir in Karachi, if not all of Pakistan. The mandir is home to some of the most beautiful and detailed monuments of the Hindu religion.

Shri Ramdev Shiv Santosh Mandli SRSSM is the TEAM, who is carrying out FREE Hindu Dharmic Publications for every Hindu in Pakistan. SRSSM is a society of young enthusiastic people with diverse cultural backgrounds sharing a common belief in Hindu Culture. Our Mission is to promote religious, cultural and social activities which are consistent with Hindu philosophy and practice. Our vision is to serve the community at large by participating in Humanitarian & Social activities.

Welcome to Pakistan Hindu Post.The Post which is most comprehensive and up-to-date source of Hindu-Related News in Pakistan.Established for spreading the light of Vedic/Hindu culture through Internet media, The Post provides the latest in Hindus relating news Nationwide & Worldwide from a wide range of areas including Hindus achievement,persecution, demand for justice,News Media study etc.(PHP) is Independent News & Media providing a progressive voice for over 8 million Pakistani Hindus.

NOTE : PHP and SRSSM have worked together on many projects in past several years and since then have a mutual alliance.

The PHP Team

Pakistan's Hindu temples turned into picnic spots, hotels (By Rediff News)

By Mohammad S.Solanki (Executive Editor)
Wednesday, March 02, 2011

(Photo : Hindu temple at Chakwal, Pakistan) 

Hindus in Pakistan are watching helplessly as ancient temples turn into ruins due to the apathy of authorities, reports Tahir Ali from Islamabad.


Despite being the second largest ethnic majority in the country, Hindus in Pakistan have been unable to acquire possession of their religious places, agricultural land and other commercial areas. Due to lack of government action, most sacred sites for Hindus are in a dilapidated condition; the rest have been converted into schools, hotels or business centres.

According to the National Commission for Inter-Religious Dialogue and Ecumenism, Pakistan is home to 3.9 million (39 lakh) Hindus. Most members of the minority community belong to impoverished agricultural families. 


A report of the Evacuee Trust Property Board reveals that 135,000 acres of land belonging to Hindu farmers is under the control of ETBP, of which 125,000 acres is fertile and suitable for cultivation.

'Hindus are left behind in every walk of life'

(Photo : Haroon Sayab Diyal, chairman of the Pakistan Hindu Rights Movement)

A number of sacred sites, commercial spaces and other properties are also in the possession of ETBP. Ironically, to control Hindu assets and properties, ETPB employs extensive machinery comprising mostly of Muslim workers. Local Hindus have demanded that the ETPB should give them some jobs, as it is reluctant to hand over the possession of their assets.


"The Hindus are left behind in every walk of life. They don't have possession of their sacred places and other properties. If Hindus were given the possession of their assets, their misery could be alleviated," Haroon Sayab Diyal, chairman of the Pakistan Hindu Rights Movement, told rediff.com.

'Hindus won't have to rely on special quotas for jobs'

(Photo : Hindu devotees at a temple in Pakistan)

Haroon Diyal says, "Handing over these properties to the original heirs would also enable the Hindu minority population to stand on its feet. Our youngsters will be able to avail the various educational opportunities. After receiving proper qualifications, they can function as citizens of Pakistan -- no one would then have to rely on special quotas for jobs."

Pakistani Hindus complain that their sacred sites are misused by illegal possessors. In Dera Ismail Khan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, a group has illegally acquired the 700-year-old Kali Bari Mandir and is now using it as a hotel.

'The temple is used in an unholy way

(Photo : A tourist at an old temple near Islamabad, Pakistan)

According to local Hindus, the occupants of the temple pay only Pakistani Rs 1,600 to the government and earn thousands of rupees per day from the hotel. 

Vijay Kumar, a Hindu activist, says, "Due to the hotel's activities, the temple is used in an unholy way. Though a number of sacred idols are missing from the temple, this historically important site could attract Hindu pilgrims from around the globe."


Though the Hindu community has taken up this issue a number of times with the government, no action has been taken so far. "In April 2009, after our request to the then governor of KPK Owais Ghani, an inquiry was ordered in the case of the disputed Kali Bari Mandir, but no action was taken about it," says Diyal.          


The issue of Kali Bari is not an isolated example. In Islamabad, Hindus have no access to a temple situated at Saidpur model village.

'Authorities should hand over the temple'

(Photo : Devotees light oil lamps in a temple in Karachi, Pakistan)

The Raam Kunday Mandir in Islamabad, once considered a sacred site by Hindus, is being converted into a picnic spot.


"Authorities in the capital should hand this temple over to the Hindus of the country to represent Hinduism in the capital," says Haroon Diyal.


In Abbottabad city of KPK province, a Hindu temple called Araya Mandir is located next to the local Gurdwara. 


This temple, which is already in a decrepit condition, is being used as a school for children. Hindus have demanded that they should be granted the possession of the temple and the school should be relocated, as it is endangering the existence of the religious structure.

Temples are in a shambles today

(Photo : A temple in Chakwal, Pakistan)

A Jama Masjid is located in the same area and according to Diyal, a renovated temple at the site would present a concrete example of interfaith harmony, with a gurudwara, a mosque and a temple co-existing peacefully. 


Members of the Hindu community have also demanded the possession of another temple in Hasan Abdal, but the authorities are yet to pay heed to them.


Eminabad in Gujranwala region has several temples dating back to the 15th century, which are in shambles today. Most of them are being used as stables to provide shelter to donkeys, horses and other animals.

Temple being used by salt miners

(Photo : A temple in Chakwal, Pakistan)

A famous Hanuman temple in Chakwal is being used by the workers of salt mines as their office. In spite of local Hindus demanding the possession of this temple, the authorities are allowing the mine workers to use it.


Another Kali temple in Peshawar has been taken over by some local traders, who are converting the temple into a building. Again, the authorities have been apprised of the situation but are yet to take any steps to prevent the violation of this sacred site.


In Punjab's Bakkar city, Sheeran Wali Mandir has been used by Islamic clerics as a madrasa.

Some temples are on the verge of collapse

(Photo : A file photo of Pakistani police guarding a Hindu temple in Multan)

According to Diyal, Hindus have no objection to the teaching of Islamic education, but the building is on the verge of collapse as no repair work has been undertaken there.


Similarly, Jogi Tala Jhelum, a sacred site for Hindus as well as Sikhs, is also in a pitiable condition. Hindus have also demanded the possession of Laho Maharaj Mandir, located in Badshahi Masjid, which is currently under the control of ETPB.

Government not ready to take care of temples

(Photo : Children play outside an old Hindu temple at Saidpur village on the outskirts of Islamabad, Pakistan)

Nearly 360 sacred Hindu sites are located in Pakistan, including Hanglaj Maata Mandir in Balochistan, Sadho Beela Mandir in Sindh, Hanuman Mandir in Kotri, Kali Ma and Shiva Mandir in Punjab's Imanabad, Ganga Khogi in Saidan Shah Punjab, Kali Bari Mandir and Kala Sathi Kewal Raam in Dera Ismail Khan, Raam Takht in Swat and a Shiva Mandir in Mansehra. 


But neither is the government ready to ensure the upkeep of these sites, nor is it willing to hand them back to the Hindu community.




The PHP Team

Best Wishes and Introduction on Maha Shivaratri, Pakistan

By Gopinath Kumar (editor-in-chief )
Wednesday, March 02, 2011

Om Namah Shivaya - Om Hrim Namah Shivaya

 

 (Photo : Best Wishes for Maha-Shivaratri by PHP and HRF, Pakistan)

Om Maheswaraya namaha, Om Mahadevaya namaha,

Om Sarveswaraya namaha,

Om Shivaya namaha,  Om Shankaraya namaha

Om Trayambakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushti Vardhanam
Urvarukamiva Bandhanat Mrutyor Mukshiya Mamrutat

The night of the Neelkanth

By : Amar Guriro | Published: March 01, 2011

KARACHI - Hindus throughout Sindh have made all arrangements to celebrate one of the biggest Hindu festivals, the Maha Shivratri (the Great Night of Lord Shiva), which would be celebrated tomorrow (Wednesday). The Hindu community has decorated local temples with colourful flags, lights and buntings, and the statues of Shiva in every Shiva temple in Karachi are bathed with milk for the big night.

Women and children have bought new clothes and various pooja (worship) items for the prayers to be held on the night when every Hindu family would devote the entire night to chanting ‘Om Namah Shivaya’ (‘I bow to Lord Shiva’) and other holy mantras.

Though arrangements have been made to celebrate the event at all local temples, the central programme would be held in the centuries-old historical Shiva temple located inside a cave in one of the city’s posh areas, Clifton.

According to Maharaj Shanjav Sharma, the festival is celebrated every year on the night between the 13th and 14th day of the Krishna Paksha (waning moon) in the month of Maagha of the Hindu calendar. He added that Hindus dedicate one night to the leading Hindu god Shiva, also known as Neelkanth (blue-throated). 

According to Hindu mythology, Shiva once consumed the poison Halahala, which was churned up from the world ocean, and his wife Parvati stopped it in his throat with her hands, causing the poison to turn his throat blue.

Most Hindus celebrate Shivratri by fasting for the entire day; in the evening, they make offerings of milk, water, fruits, joss sticks and bel patra (bel tree leaves); and at night, prasad (edible gift) is distributed among the worshippers.

Hindu mythology states that three gods control the universe - Brahma created it, Vishnu preserves and protects it, and Shiva would ultimately destroy it; however, in addition to being the destroyer, Shiva is also the protector. A pundit of the Shiva temple said that more than 200,000 people - not only from the city, but from other parts of the province as well - visit the temple on Shivratri and offer special prayers to Lord Shiva.

“You can observe long queues from evening to dawn inside the cave, waiting for their turn to perform pooja, while some bathe Shiva’s statue with water and milk, offering bel patra and sweets,” he added. The Hindu community is the largest religious minority in Pakistan, as according to the official 1998 census, there are around 2.7 million Hindus in the country, most of whom live in Sindh and celebrate their religious festivals on a massive scale.

Some Hindu leaders believe that the Hindu population in Pakistan has grown to around 7.8 million since the last national census. They said that there were more than 450 Hindu temples in Karachi before the partition of the Indian subcontinent, but now only 60 temples remain, as most of them have been illegally occupied or demolished.

The PHP Team

Maha Shivratri at Mansera (NWFP) by Rajesh Pandit and PHP, Pakistan

By Rajesh Pandit (PHP Islamabad)
Wednesday, March 02, 2011

(Photo : 2011 Maha-Shivratri at Mansera (NWFP) by Rajesh Pandit and Pakistan Hindu Post (PHP), Pakistan)

Mansehra District (Urdu: مانسہرہ) is in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan, an area still unofficially known as the Northwest Frontier. Mansehra district and town are named after Man Singh, a leading general of Mughal Emperor Akbar. The Kaghan Valley area (a popular tourist destination) and the Karakoram Highway pass through the district.

Maha Shivaratri means "The Great Night of Siva". The night of Shiva falls on the eve of the New Moon. The night is symbolic of a condition prior to creation and refers to the chaos that existed before light. But this chaotic darkness is not a negative condition. It is pure consciousness without the pollution of knowledge. In the Buddha's terminology it is the Emptiness of Nirvana.

Every year during The Great Night of Shiva, Lord Shiva incarnates in the form of the Shiva Lingam. Maha Shivaratri is the prime time for every soul to get into the primordial consciousness of non-existence or Nirvana. One is required to keep vigil during the night in order to receive Shiva's grace and assistance.

As you keep vigil this night, you become aware of your life and karma. It is a great opportunity to connect with the divine formless form of Lord Shiva, the Lingam, who symbolizes 'all-auspiciousness', and to invite these energies in your life. In essence, Maha Shivaratri signifies the transition from the darkness of gloom and ignorance to the dawn of divine joy and knowledge.

 (Photo : Rajesh Pandit speaking on Lord Ram-Navami celebration, Pakistan)

Introduction : Rajesh Pandit is scholar, a teacher, particularly one skilled in Sanskrit and Hindu law, religion, music or philosophy and he is also active member of PHP Islambad based reporter.

The PHP Team

Happy Maha Shivratri by SRSSM, HRF and PHP, Pakistan

By Mohammad S.Solanki (Executive Editor)
Wednesday, March 02, 2011

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Sanjay Saim (PHP Karachi)
Date: Tue, Mar 1, 2011 at 6:53 AM
Subject: Maha Shivratri Ki Dher Sari Shubhkamna
To: Pakistan Hindu Post (PHP)

(1 Photo : 2011 Maha Shivratri Banner by SRSSM, HRF and PHP, Pakistan)

Namastey! All

INVITATION TO ALL,

You are invited at Shri Ramdev Shiv Santosh Mandir with your families.

Date: 02nd March 2011
Puja Start at 06:00 pm till 06:00 am

Whole night you listen Shiv Puran, kirtan, bhajans & Abishek Pujan

Regards,
Sanjesh Sunny
(Karachi,Pakistan)

 (2 Photo : 2011 Maha Shivratri Banner by SRSSM, HRF and PHP, Pakistan)

Introduction : Shri Ramdev Shiv Santosh Mandli, hereafter referred to as S.R.S.S.M, is a society of young people with diverse cultural backgrounds sharing a common belief in Hindu culture. This society is for every Hindu you can join us easily, there is no caste system in this society & there is no age limit either, everyone has the equal rights. We hold a wide range of events throughout the year from our popular Diwali to the fun of Holi.

This Society presents preservation and promotion of Hindu philosophy, values, traditions and practices help present and future generations of Hindus experience and sustain a rich cultural and religious heritage. Through Hindu concepts, the Society aspires to create healthy minds; purposeful, progressive individuals; and happy, stable family units and promote friendship among members. This, in turn, contributes to the wholesomeness of the community and of the adopted nation, while maintaining spiritual and cultural identity.

Below is link of SRSSM -
http://srssm.blogspot.com/

The PHP Team

Invitation for 2011 Katas Yatra, By PHP and HRF in Pakistan

By Rajesh Pandit (PHP Islamabad)
Saturday, February 12, 2011

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Ramesh Jaipal
Date: Wed, Feb 9, 2011 at 11:11 PM
Subject: Fw: with Picture of Invitation Katas Yatra by :HRF-PHP-HAF
To: Pakistan Hindu Post (PHP)

Namasty

Dear Gopinathji,

               Hope you will be fine there, We are planning to organise the 2011 Katas Yatra under the banner of Hare Rama Foundation (HRF), Guru Gorkh Nath Sewa Mandal (GGNSM) and Pakistan Hindu Post (PHP) during Shivaratri celebration for Hindus in Pakistan.

(Photo : View from top of the Shiv temple of Katas Raj in Punjab, Pakistan)

Introduction : Katasraj Mandir (Punjabi: کٹاس راج مندر (Shahmukhi), कटासराज मन्दिर (Devanagari)) is a Hindu mandir situated in Katas village in the Chakwal district of Punjab in Pakistan. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the temple has existed since the days of Mahābhārata and the Pandava brothers spent a substantial part of their exile at the site. The Pakistan Government is considering nominating the temple complex for World Heritage Site status. It also proposes to spend about Rs 20 million in three phases for the restoration of the complex.

Please see an attach file about Katas Yatra Invitation.

With Regards
Ramesh Jaipal
(PHP, Program Director of Pakistan)

(Photo : Open Invitation for Katas Yatra By PHP and HRF for Shivratri pooja in Pakistan)

Introduction : Maha Shivratri or Maha Sivaratri or Shivaratri or Sivarathri (Great Night of Shiva or Night of Shiva) is a festival celebrated every year on the 13th night/14th day in the Krishna Paksha (waning moon) of the month of Maagha (as per Shalivahana or Gujarati Vikrama) or Phalguna (as per Vikrama) in the Hindu Calendar (that is, the night before and day of the new moon). The festival is principally celebrated by offerings of Bael (Bilva) leaves to the Lord Shiva, all day fasting and an all night long vigil. Cannabis is traditionally used as an offering for Lord Shiva and his followers. Per scriptural and discipleship traditions, the penances are performed in order to gain boons in the practice of Yoga and meditation, in order to reach the goal more swiftly and avoid rebirth.


NOTE : We are looking for voluntary youths and financial helps, So if any one has any enquiry or wants to contribute for the proposed event is welcome to contact as at namastepakistan@gmail.com


 The PHP Team