On the occasion of Sharadiya Navratri, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath offered prayers at the Maa Pateshwari Devi temple, situated in the Tulsipur area of Balrampur district in the state, this morning.
According to Hindu mythology, the eighth day of Navratri is dedicated to Mahagauri, who attained "Gaur Varna" through rigorous penance. The name 'Mahagauri' means extremely bright. She mounts on the ox.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held a meeting with district officials on Thursday to review the preparations for Navratri celebrations at the Pateshwari Devi Temple in Balrampur.