Society · India
Devotees Flock to Shiva Temples for First Sawan Monday
On the first Monday of Sawan 2026, which fell on August 3rd, devotees across India visited Shiva temples for worship and offerings. Major cities and pilgrimage sites like Ujjain, Kashi, and Somnath saw large gatherings of Shiva devotees. Many participated in rituals such as 'Jal Abhishek' (offering water) and chanting 'Bam-Bam'. Security arrangements were in place at various temples to manage the crowds.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
Left 0 · Centre 5 · Right 5 n = 10
- Centre (5): Haribhoomi, Hindustan (Hindi), Jansatta, Navbharat Times, Patrika
- Right (5): Aaj Tak, Dainik Jagran, News18 Hindi, Punjab Kesari, Zee News (Hindi)