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Malla Reddy Group of Institutions Hosts India’s Largest Mahashivaratri Celebration; 40,000-Strong Gathering Marks a Spiritual Milestone

Malla Reddy Group of Institutions Hosts India’s Largest Mahashivaratri Celebration; 40,000-Strong Gathering Marks a Spiritual Milestone

The Hindu
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 08:16:39 AM UTC

Malla Reddy Group of Institutions Hosts India’s Largest Mahashivaratri Celebration; 40,000-Strong Gathering Marks a Spiritual Milestone

HYDERABAD, February 17, 2026 – In a historic display of spiritual unity and cultural heritage, the Malla Reddy Group of Institutions (MRGI) is hosting what is being hailed as the country’s largest university-led Mahashivaratri celebration today at its integrated campuses, including Malla Reddy University, Malla Reddy Vishwavidyapeeth, and MR University.

The event has seen an unprecedented congregation of 30,000 students and 10,000 faculty members, joined by parents and families from all walks of life. This massive community has come together to observe the auspicious night through a powerful combination of Bhakti, Abhishek, and Jagran.

A Night of Devotion and High-Energy Performances

To make this spiritual night even more memorable, the celebrations feature a blend of divine grace and vibrant entertainment:

Renowned Devotional Performance: The celebrated singer Karthik is leading the crowd in a soul-stirring devotional session, bringing a deep sense of peace and “Bhakti” to the thousands in attendance.

Dynamic Musical Blend: To keep the energy high during the night-long Jagran, the popular Street Jammers bandis performing a unique set designed to engage and entertain the massive student body.

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