A Wave of Devotion in UP’s Temples

Uttar Pradesh temples see surge in devotion during Chaitra Navratri and Ram Navami

Over 3.5 million devotees visited Vindhyavasini Temple during Chaitra Navratri

More than 1.2 million bowed their heads at Maa Pateshwari Temple, Devipatan Tulshipur

Over 2.4 million devotees thronged the Ramnagari in 9 days

On Ram Navami, over 150,000 devotees visited Kashi, a similar count was seen in temples across Gorakhpur

At Maa Shakumbhari Devi Temple, Saharanpur, more than 150,000 offered prayers on Ram Navami

Devotees also flocked to Naimisharanya, with over 100,000 worshippers paying homage on Ram Navami

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath offered prayers at Maa Pateshwari Temple in Tulshipur, the ancient Shri Ram Temple, Kashi Vishwanath Dham and Kaal Bhairav Temple in Varanasi during Chaitra Ram Navami

The Gorakshpeethadhishwar performed Kanya Pujan at Gorakhnath Temple

Akhanda Ramayana recitation took place at temples on Ashtami and Navami

Guided by CM Yogi Adityanath, the administration provided all essential facilities, ensuring devotees faced no inconvenience

City buses, e-carts, clean drinking water, shelters, and sanitation were adequately arranged for smooth travel and convenience

Lucknow : The divine lands of Uttar Pradesh, home to Shri Ram, Shri Krishna, Baba Vishwanath, and Maa Vindhyavasini, witnessed an overwhelming surge of devotion during Chaitra Navratri and Ram Navami. Devotees thronged temples such as Vindhyavasini Dham in Mirzapur, Devipatan Temple in Balrampur, Shakumbhari Devi Temple in Saharanpur, Shri Ram Janmabhoomi in Ayodhya, Kashi Vishwanath Dham in Varanasi, Budhiya Mata and Tarkulha Devi Temples in Gorakhpur, and Alopi Devi Temple in Prayagraj. All 75 districts in the state saw large turnouts. Following CM Yogi Adityanath’s directions, the administration ensured uninterrupted facilities including drinking water, shaded waiting areas, sanitation, and transportation like city buses and e-carts.

Massive Devotee Turnout During Chaitra Navratri and Ram Navami

•Maa Vindhyavasini Dham: Over 3.5 million devotees visit during Navratri.

• Ayodhya: Over 2.4 million devotees visit in 9 days
• Alopi Devi Temple, Prayagraj: Over 350,000 visit in 2 days.
• Kalyani Devi Shaktipeeth, Prayagraj: Around 225,000 devotees visit in 2 days.
• Maa Lalita Devi Temple, Prayagraj: Over 100,000 devotees visit.
• Naimisharanya: Over 100,000 visit on Ram Navami.
• Gorakhpur Temples: Over 100,000 devotees visit on Ram Navami.
• Maa Shakumbhari Devi, Saharanpur: Over 100,000 visit on Ram Navami.
• Maa Pateshwari Temple, Devipatan Tulshipur: Over 1 million visit in 9 days; 100,000 on Ram Navami

Over 1 million devotees visit Shri Kashi Vishwanath Dham in just 8 days

• March 30: 176,482
• March 31: 153,190
• April 1: 112,952
• April 2: 104,828
• April 3: 95,339
• April 4: 110,086
• April 5: 126,793
• April 6 (till 5 PM): 119,465

CM visits several temples during Chaitra Navratri

On March 27, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath offered prayers at Maa Vindhyavasini Dham. During his visit to Bareilly on April 1, he performed Gau Seva at Nawabganj Gaushala. On April 3, while in Varanasi, he paid homage at the ancient Shri Ram Temple, Kashi Vishwanath and Kaal Bhairav Temples. On April 4–5, he stayed in Balrampur and offered prayers at Maa Pateshwari Devi Temple. On April 5–6, the CM visited Gorakhnath Temple for Kanya Pujan and worshipped the divine feminine form. Ahead of Navratri, on March 26, he also visited the ancient Dariya Nath Temple in Raja Ki Mandi, Agra.

Akhanda Ramayana recitations take place on Ashtami and Navami

CM Yogi Adityanath, in a recent meeting, instructed the organisation of Akhanda Ramayana recitations across the state. In response, 24-hour recitations were held during Ashtami and Navami at temples in all 75 districts including Lucknow, Kashi, Mathura, Ayodhya, Gorakhpur, Jhansi, and Agra. These events featured local artists and saw enthusiastic participation from the public.

Enhanced facilities at temples as per CM’s directives

Acting on the clear directives of CM Yogi Adityanath, the local administration ensured that all arrangements at major temples—such as Devipatan Temple in Balrampur, Shakumbhari Devi Temple in Saharanpur, and Vindhyavasini Dham in Mirzapur—were aligned with the needs of the massive influx of devotees. Extensive preparations were carried out to ensure a smooth and comfortable experience for pilgrims. These included jute matting for long queues under the sun, provision of clean drinking water, shaded waiting areas, and enhanced cleanliness throughout temple premises and surrounding zones. To maintain hygiene standards, additional sanitation workers were deployed across all key locations.