Prayagraj, Sept. 22 -- On the first day of Shardiya Navratri 2025, a deeply spiritual festival for nine days starting Monday, devotees thronged the ancient Alopi Shankari Devi temple in Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj to offer prayers and seek blessings.

People from different parts of the region visited prominent temples like Alopi Shankari Devi and Alok Sankari Dham, both revered for their spiritual significance. Worshippers believe that the presiding deity, considered a form of Mata Rani, fulfils the wishes of the faithful.

Speaking to ANI, Rahul Saroj said, "Today is the first day of Navratri and we have come to visit the Alopi Shankari Devi temple to offer prayers."

Ravi, another devotee, expressed his deep connection to the temple. "As ...