Varanasi, April 6 -- In a display of deep devotion, thousands of devotees gathered at the Ashta Bhuji Temple in Varanasi on the ninth day of Chaitra Navratri and Ram Navami, a day celebrated to honor the birth of Lord Rama.

The temple, known for its spiritual prominence, was filled with chants and aartis as people from all walks of life came to offer their prayers on Sunday morning.

Special pujas were held, with devotees lighting diyas, performing rituals, and chanting sacred mantras in reverence to Lord Rama.

On the ninth day of Chaitra Navratri, young girls were worshipped in various parts of the country, including Varanasi, as part of the traditional 'Kanjak' ritual, where devotees honor them as symbols of Goddess Durga's strength a...