MP: CM Mohan Yadav Inaugurates Shri Pashupatinath Lok in Mandsaur; 4 Entrance Gates and 22-Feet-High Trinetra Rudrakani Emerge as Major Attractions
MP: CM Dr. Mohan Yadav inaugurated Shri Pashupatinath Lok in Mandsaur on Thursday. In the first phase, the development of the Lok has been completed at a cost of approximately Rs 25 crore.
CM first visited the Pashupatinath Temple and offered prayers in accordance with traditional rituals. He also visited a picture exhibition in the temple campus showcasing the temple’s past and present condition. CM performed worship of Lord Pashupatinath, enshrined as a silver idol in a palaki within the temple complex.
CM toured Pashupatinath Lok in e-Cart
CM Dr. Mohan Yadav toured Pashupatinath Lok in an e-Cart and appreciated its grandeur. He unveiled the 22-feet-high Trinetra Rudrakani, which has emerged as a major attraction. The Rudraksha installed at its centre symbolises the divine Trinetra (third eye) form of Lord Shiva. The CM offered the purnahuti in the yajna amid Vedic chants at the Yagyashala located in the amphitheatre complex.
Lok has become more appealing and serene than before
Pashupatinath Lok is a major centre of faith in Mandsaur and has now been developed in a grander and more attractive form. Situated along the flowing waters of the Shivna River, the Lok has become more appealing and serene than before. Four entrance gates have been constructed to ensure the smooth movement of devotees.
An open-air theatre has been developed
Keeping the convenience of devotees in mind, an open-air theatre has been developed at Pashupatinath Lok for cultural and theatrical performances. A waiting hall has been arranged to avoid inconvenience during large gatherings, along with a first-aid room for emergencies. Attractive mural walls featuring Shiva Leelas and paintings depicting the history of the Pashupatinath Mahadev idol offer devotees a profound spiritual experience.
These facilities have been developed
Facilities such as a satsang hall, gardens, Shiv Stambh, mural wall, selfie point and well-planned pathways have also been developed at Shri Pashupatinath Lok, giving the entire complex the form of a well-organised pilgrimage destination.