Bhubaneswar, June 19 -- Grand celebration of Shiva Vivaha is being observed on Friday during Sambalpur's renowned Sital Sasthi festival. While wedding rituals are currently underway in some localities of the city, the divine marriage ceremonies have already been completed in several others.

The sacred wedding of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati is being conducted amid Vedic chants and traditional rituals.

On Thursday night, Lord Mahadev emerged in ceremonial groom attire from various Shiva temples across Sambalpur. Accompanied by musical performances, fireworks, decorative lighting, and the presence of thousands of devotees, the wedding procession proceeded towards the bride's residence.

Upon reaching the bride's house, Lord Shiva was tr...