New Delhi, Dec. 31 -- Devotees across the country thronged prominent temples on the last day of the year, offering prayers and seeking divine blessings as part of year-end religious observances. From Jammu and Kashmir to Uttar Pradesh, places of worship witnessed a steady influx of devotees despite cold weather conditions.

In Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district, a large number of devotees arrived at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine in Katra ahead of the New Year 2026. Despite dense fog and chilly conditions, pilgrims were seen undertaking the yatra with devotion and enthusiasm.

Devotees rejoiced as they headed towards Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Temple to offer prayers on the last day of the year.

In Ayodhya, devotees gathered in large numb...