He also offered prayers at the temple and wished for the prosperity and well-being of the people of the state. The CM also received blessings from Juna Akhada's Mahamandleshwar Swami Yatindranand Giri Maharaj.
Speaking about the upcoming Kumbh Mela, the Chief Minister added, "We have begun all preparations for Kumbh... Work is being done on all aspects. I have already held review meetings twice... We will all together organise a grand and secure Kumbh here..."
The ritual reflects the Peeth's deep reverence for Matru Shakti, a sentiment Yogi Adityanath has further translated into action through various schemes for women's safety, empowerment, and dignity since becoming the Chief Minister.
The Chief Minister extended his greetings to everyone on this auspicious occasion and highlighted the role of Matru Shakti and Nari Shakti in instilling new inspiration.
Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister said, "In our country, we see an image of 'Maa' (Bhagwati) in our girls. We have been celebrating kanya pujan for years."
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, along with his family performed Kanya Pujan on the occasion of Ram Navami - the ninth day of Chaitra Navratri on Sunday.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath performed 'Kanya Pujan' at the Gorakhanth temple on the occasion of Ram Navami - the last day of Chaitra Navratri.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday performed 'Kanya Pujan' at Sarvodaya Kanya Vidyalaya, Shalimar Bagh on the occasion of Ashtami of Chaitra Navratri.
During this, CM Yadav washed the feet of nine minor girls resembling nine Durga Swaroop and worshipped them following the traditional rituals. He also offered chunari to them and performed their aarti.
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami along with his family performed 'Kanya Pujan' at his residence on the ninth day of the holy Chaitra Navratri dedicated to the worship goddess Durga.