Somvati Amavasya draws huge crowds in Ujjain:Devotees take holy dip at Ramghat and Somkund

A rare and highly auspicious “Mahasanyog” of Somvati Amavasya was observed on the final day of the Adhik Maas on Monday, drawing massive crowds of devotees in Ujjain. Since early morning, large gatherings were seen at Ramghat, Datta Akhara Ghat, and Somkund on the banks of the Shipra River. Devotees took holy dips, performed rituals, offered prayers, and conducted “tarpan” and charity rituals for their ancestors. Due to the conclusion of Adhik Maas, the religious significance of this Somvati Amavasya is considered to be greatly amplified. Holy dip during Amrit Siddhi Yoga adds spiritual significance Pandit Amar Dibbevala said that this year’s Somvati Amavasya coincided with the rare Amrit Siddhi Yoga. The alignment of Monday, Amavasya, Mrigashirsha Nakshatra, and the conclusion of Purushottam Maas makes the day extremely auspicious. Religious belief holds that rituals performed during this combination yield multiplied spiritual merit and blessings. Rituals for ancestors performed with devotion On Somvati Amavasya, devotees performed “tarpan” and “shraddh” rituals for the peace of their ancestors. According to tradition, donations and religious acts performed on this day bring special blessings and spiritual merit. Large numbers of devotees gathered on the banks of the Shipra River and performed rituals according to Vedic traditions. Heavy rush at Mahakaleshwar Temple and other shrines Due to the conclusion of Adhik Maas, heavy crowds were also witnessed at major temples in Ujjain, including the Mahakaleshwar Temple. Long queues formed early in the morning as devotees waited for darshan. People prayed for prosperity, happiness, and well-being of their families. Sun enters Gemini today According to religious beliefs, the Sun is set to enter Gemini (Mithun Rashi) at 12:32 pm on Monday, moving from Taurus. This planetary transition is also considered significant in astrology. Last major opportunity for charity and religious merit Religious scholars noted that Somvati Amavasya marks an important final opportunity for devotees who could not perform charity or rituals during Adhik Maas. Acts of donation and devotion on this day are believed to earn divine blessings and ancestral grace.