Mukesh Ambani With Akash Ambani
On the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri, Mukesh Ambani, Chairman and Managing Director of Reliance Industries Limited, and his son, Akash Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Jio, visited Somnath Mahadev. They were welcomed by P.K. Lahiri, Chairman of the temple trust, and Secretary Yogendrabhai Desai.
Mukesh Ambani and Akash Ambani prayed before the deity, offering Abhishek. The pujari of the temple offered sandal paste and stole as a mark of respect. The Ambanis are rooted in traditions and celebrate all Hindu festivals with fervor. On the auspicious occasion, Mukesh Ambani donated Rs. 1.51 crore to the Somnath temple trust.
Mahashivaratri is a major festival for the millions of Lord Shiva devotees and is celebrated with devotion and enthusiasm in India. On Shivaratri day, people start thronging the numerous Shiva temples to offer traditional worship. Many devotees keep fast during the day and stay awake for the whole night chanting Shiva mantras and devotional songs. People also greet each other and send their good wishes on the auspicious occasion.
