Ujjain, Dec. 10 -- The sacred Bhasma Aarti was performed at the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple in Ujjain on Wednesday, drawing large crowds of devotees who gathered in the early hours to witness the divine ritual dedicated to Lord Shiva.

The temple premises reverberated with Vedic chants, conch shells, temple bells, and devotional hymns, creating an atmosphere of deep spiritual fervour.

The Bhasma Aarti, an offering made with holy ashes, is one of the most revered rituals of the Mahakal Temple. It is performed during the Brahma Muhurta, between 3:30 and 5:30 am, a time considered highly auspicious in Hindu tradition.

According to religious beliefs, devotees who attend or participate in the Bhasma Aarti are believed to have their wish...