The Mahashakti Temple in Karimnagar was beautifully decorated with colorful lights on Saturday, the third day of the Shri Devi Sharan Navaratri festival. Thousands of devotees gathered at the temple to celebrate the occasion with joy and devotion.
On this day, the goddess appeared in the form of Annapurna Devi, who is also the presiding deity of Varanasi. The idol was adorned with vegetables and represented as Sri Mahadurga, adding to the festive atmosphere.
Devotees from all over the state, including many from the former Karimnagar district, came in large numbers to seek blessings. The temple grounds were filled with the sound of chants from devotees wearing Bhavani Mala, who were participating in the rituals.
Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Bandi Sanjay Kumar, also took part in the prayers after taking the Bhavani Diksha. He joined the devotees in performing the temple rituals.
People started arriving at the temple from early morning for darshan (viewing of the deity). Throughout Navaratri, the goddess appears in different forms each day. As part of the daily rituals, 10 types of Aarti are performed, and an Abhishekam (sacred bath) is offered to the deity at midnight.
