Prayagraj: Various rituals and devotional programmes were organised on the occasion of Shani Jayanti by the Shri Shani Parivar Seva Samiti at the ancient Siddh Peeth Shri Shani Dham, Atarsuiya, and Shri Patalpuri Shani Tirth, Dandi Mahewa of Prayagraj on Saturday.At Shri Shani Dham Atarsuiya, the day began with ‘Panchamrit Abhishek’ of Lord Shani using milk, curd, honey, sugar and other sacred offerings under the guidance of Peethadhishwar Parag Ji Maharaj. This was followed by ‘Jalabhishek’ and ‘Telabhishek’ rituals. Devotees offered sweets and fruits to the deity. In the evening, the temple was decorated with flowers and decorative lights, creating a vibrant spiritual atmosphere. A grand ‘Kumbh Abhishek’ was performed, followed by a ‘Maha Aarti’ .At Shri Patalpuri Shani Tirth, similar rituals of Panchamrit bath, Jalabhishek and oil anointment were conducted in the evening. A community feast and distribution of prasad were also organised, followed by a lamp-lit Maha Aarti.
