Prayers resume at Dhar Bhojshala after new guidelines:Devotees perform Maha Aarti for Goddess Vagdevi following purification rituals inside sanctum sanctorum

Religious rituals and prayers began at the historic Bhojshala complex in Dhar district after the implementation of new guidelines issued by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). On Sunday morning, a large number of Hindu devotees arrived at Bhojshala carrying images of Goddess Vagdevi and performed prayers according to traditional rituals. The sanctum sanctorum was decorated with colourful rangoli designs, while the premises were purified with cow urine before the rituals began. An eternal flame from the Jyoti Temple located outside the Bhojshala complex was also ceremonially installed inside the sanctum. As the sun rose, chanting of Vedic hymns and prayers filled the premises. Devotees expressed enthusiasm and celebrated the occasion with dance and devotional activities. Union Minister and Saints also participate in rituals On Saturday evening, Union Minister of State Savitri Thakur and Mahamandaleshwar Nisarg Das Ji Maharaj of Mandu also visited Bhojshala to offer prayers. Dhar Collector Rajeev Ranjan Meena and Superintendent of Police Sachin Sharma also reached the site and participated in the rituals. Speaking on the occasion, Savitri Thakur congratulated devotees and said: “Earlier, Fridays used to witness tension at the site, but now the atmosphere has become peaceful. Devotees can now visit and offer prayers freely at any time.” She also said that Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav has announced plans to further develop Bhojshala so that people from across the country can visit and seek the blessings of Goddess Vagdevi. See pictures Hindu organisations gathered at sunrise Sumit Chaudhary, general secretary of the Bhoj Utsav Samiti, said members of Hindu organisations and committee workers reached Bhojshala at sunrise on Sunday. Religious rituals and purification ceremonies continued throughout the morning. According to the organisers, a Maha Aarti was scheduled to be performed by members of the Hindu community at 11:45 am. Plans to restore Bhojshala’s historic grandeur Organisers said preparations are underway to develop Bhojshala in a new form while preserving its heritage. The state government has also stated that the site will be restored to reflect its historical grandeur. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has reportedly expressed his intention to give Bhojshala a more grand and prominent identity in the future.