Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Monday underscored the importance of worshipping the symbolisms of Lord Shiva, emphasising that people should recognise the divine presence of Lord Shiva in every living being.

Bhagwat stated, "It is said in our culture that we should see the divine in everyone. We should also worship the symbolisms of Lord Shiva because it instils in us the practice of recognising Lord Shiva in all aspects of existence. Worshipping a deity serves as a reminder of their attributes. We engage in such worship to imbibe their virtues. Learning about these qualities teaches us how to adopt their principles in our lives."