Panchkula, Feb. 26 -- Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya offered prayers at the Lord Shiva temple in Panchkula district on the occasion of Maha Shivaratri on Wednesday.

Speaking to ANI, Haryana Governor Dattatreya said, "Today, the people of the country are celebrating on the occasion of Maha Shivratri. I have also offered prayers here. Lord Shiva symbolises strength and energy. The country needs energy and should move on the path of development."

He also said "I am very happy that around 67 crore people took a holy dip in Maha Kumbh."

In UP's Prayagraj, devotees in large numbers took a holy dip at Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj on the last day of Maha Kumbh 2025, coinciding with Maha Shivratri.

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