Devotees throng Kali Mata Temple in Moradabad on first day of Shardiya Navratri
A huge crowd of devotees gathered at the Kali Mata Temple in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, on the first day of Shardiya Navratri to offer prayers and seek blessings. The surge began early in the morning as worshippers queued up for darshan and rituals, marking the start of the nine-day Hindu festival dedicated to Goddess Durga.
Temples across the country also saw large turnouts, including Devkali Temple in Ayodhya and other major shrines in Delhi and Mumbai, with devotees participating in traditional aarti and offerings. The festival celebrates the divine feminine energy and is observed with rituals, devotional singing, and cultural traditions throughout its duration