During this vrata the devotees make a metal idol of Uma and Lord Maheshwara (Parvati and Shiva) and worship it on that day. After devotedly worshipping for twelve years, on the final year, the metal ...

devotees offer various prayers and puja to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. During this period, Uma Maheshwara puja is also performed. Fasting is an important ritual of this festival. Married women ...