Yogi Adityanath Leads Sacred Kanya Pujan Ritual at Gorakhnath Temple
CM’s heartfelt Kanya Pujan at Gorakhnath temple captivates all.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister and Gorakshpeethadhishwar Yogi Adityanath led the sacred Kanya Pujan ritual on Maha Navami at the historic Gorakhnath temple, leaving devotees in awe. The ceremony, a cherished tradition of the Gorakhnath Peeth, saw the chief minister reverently washing the feet of nine young girls, revered as embodiments of Goddess Durga, in a heartfelt tribute to Matr Shakti (divine feminine energy).
The ritual began with Adityanath performing the puja with rhythmic Vedic chants, offering gifts, dakshina (monetary offerings), and seeking blessings from the girls, who symbolize the nine forms of Goddess Durga. Temple officials noted the chief minister’s deep spiritual connection, as he meticulously followed the age-old customs, ensuring each girl was honored with utmost respect. In a touching gesture, he also performed rituals for a six-month-old child and a young boy dressed as Lord Hanuman, adorning him with a garland and an angavastra (ceremonial cloth).
The atmosphere was charged with devotion as Adityanath personally served food to the girls and batuks (young boys) in the temple’s dining hall, fostering a sense of community and humility. Beyond the nine girls representing Nava Durga, several other children participated, each receiving prasad, gifts, and dakshina, making the event inclusive and joyous.
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Earlier in the day, the chief minister offered prayers to Goddess Siddhidatri at the Shakti Peeth within the temple complex, seeking divine blessings for the state’s prosperity. The rituals were graced by senior priests, including temple Mahant Yogi Kamalnath and Jagadguru Swami Santoshacharya of Kashi, adding to the spiritual grandeur.
The Gorakhnath temple, a significant spiritual hub, buzzed with energy as devotees gathered to witness the chief minister’s unwavering commitment to tradition. The Kanya Pujan ritual, a highlight of Navratri celebrations, underscores the reverence for feminine divinity and the cultural heritage of Uttar Pradesh. Adityanath’s participation not only reinforced the temple’s legacy but also inspired devotees to embrace the values of devotion, humility, and service.
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