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.
Family Inclusion: Breaking the mold of
standard campus events, faculty and parents have joined students in the
rituals, creating a massive “MRGI Family” atmosphere of over 40,000
people.
“This is a unique event in the country.
Seeing parents, faculty, and 30,000 students come together for Bhaktiand
Abhishek is truly moving,” said Dr. Ch. Bhadra Reddy, President of Malla
Reddy Group. “With performances by Karthik and The Street Jammers, we are
ensuring that the spirit of Jagran (the night vigil) is both spiritually
fulfilling and culturally vibrant.”
Vice-Chairman Dr. Ch. Preeti Reddy added, “This
is a night of inner awakening. Seeing 10,000 faculty members and 30,000
students come together in such a disciplined and devoted manner is a testament
to the spirit of the Malla Reddy institutions.”
Event Highlights:
Scale: One of the largest organized gatherings
in an educational institution in India.
Spiritual Core: Dedicated Abhishek ceremonies
and continuous Bhajans throughout the night.
Community: A massive collective effort
involving the Malla Reddy University, Malla Reddy Vishwavidyapeeth, and MR
University campuses.
The festivities are set to continue until the
early hours of tomorrow morning, marking a landmark celebration of faith and
togetherness.
