The grand festival of Mahashivratri was celebrated with immense faith and enthusiasm in Belghat on Wednesday. From the early hours of Brahma Muhurta, devotees began offering Jalabhishek to Lord Shiva in the temples, chanting “Om Namah Shivaya” and “Har Har Mahadev”.
The ritual continued until around 6 PM in the evening. Devotees, as per their faith, offered Bhang, Datura, Belpatra, and Gangajal to Lord Shiva. At the Mahakal Temple in Belghat, the Jalabhishek started early in the morning with loud chants of devotion. Similarly, huge gatherings of devotees were seen at Baba Kuleshwaranath Temple in Kuri Bazaar, Uddeshwaranath Temple in Prasadi village of Belghat, and Mrityunjay Mahadev Temple in Bahadurpur.
Worship and devotional offerings to Lord Shiva took place in various villages, filling the atmosphere with deep spirituality. Shiva hymns resonated throughout the area, and temple premises looked like vibrant fairgrounds with devotees gathered in large numbers.
Significance of Ancient Temples & Security Arrangements
Bipashandi village resident and Belghat BJP Mandal President, Bajrangi Singh, shared insights about the Updeshwaranath Temple in the village, stating that it is an ancient temple established by their ancestors. This temple is considered a heritage site for the entire village. The temple’s Panchmukhi Gumbad (five-domed structure) is a major attraction for visitors.
To ensure security, Belghat Police Station in-charge Vikasnath and his team were stationed at various temples. Kuri Bazaar Outpost in-charge Gopal Yadav, along with other police personnel, was actively managing security throughout the event.
Historical Significance of Baba Kuleshwaranath Temple
Upon gathering information from the head priest and local residents of Baba Kuleshwaranath Temple in Kuri Bazaar, it was revealed that the temple is approximately 500 years old. Earlier, this area was a dense forest, and within it, a sage known as Khaki Baba lived inside a Peepal tree. It is said that when the tree was cut down, a Shiva Linga was discovered inside. Seeing this divine occurrence, people began worshiping there, which eventually led to the establishment of a temple. Over time, devotees’ fait
h strengthened, and the grand Baba Kuleshwaranath Temple was constructed.
This temple is located west of the Kuri Bazaar outpost, near the Sant Kabir Nagar border. On Mahashivratri, devotees not only from Gorakhpur but also from Sant Kabir Nagar district visit the temple in large numbers. According to local residents, thousands of devotees offer Jalabhishek at this temple every year.
Special Arrangements for Devotees
Under the leadership of Belghat’s current Block President, Puja Shivprakash Singh Kaushik, arrangements were made for RO water tanks to provide clean drinking water for devotees. Efforts were made to ensure 
the availability of purified water at all the ancient temples in Belghat.
The grand celebration of Mahashivratri in Belghat, marked by huge crowds, ancient temple significance, and devotional fervor, made the event truly special.
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