Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami performed the Maa Ganga Aarti at Laxminarayan Temple, Laxminarayan Ghat, situated along the North Ganga Canal in Roorkee.
The event, held on the occasion of Navsamvatsara Chaitra Navratri, was conducted with full rituals, symbolizing deep faith in Maa Ganga. Dhami emphasized the importance of collective efforts to preserve the sanctity of the sacred river.
Earlier in the day, the Chief Minister extended his greetings to the people on Chaitra Navratri. In a post on X, he wrote, "I wish all the people of the state on the occasion of Chaitra Navratri. I pray to Maa Shailaputri, who fulfills all the wishes of her devotees and grants them success, that happiness, prosperity, and advancement come in your lives."
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also conveyed his wishes on Navratri and Hindu Nav Varsha (Nav Samvatsar). "Best wishes to the countrymen on Navratri. May this holy festival of Shakti-sadhana fill everyone's life with courage, restraint, and strength. Jai Mata Di," he posted on X. Calling it a festival of "Shakti and Sadhana," the Prime Minister shared a hymn by classical singer Pandit Jasraj dedicated to the goddess. "The beginning of Navratri awakens a new zeal of devotion in the worshippers of the mother goddess. This hymn by Pandit Jasraj, dedicated to the worship of the mother goddess, is going to mesmerize everyone," he added.
Meanwhile, devotees have gathered in large numbers at the Maa Mansa Devi Temple in Haridwar for darshan. Situated atop the Shivalik Mountains, the temple is believed to fulfill the true wishes of devotees. Many visitors tie a thread as a symbol of their prayers and desires, making it a significant pilgrimage site during Navratri.