Varanasi, Oct. 17 -- On the occasion of Navratri, a grand Kanya Pujan ceremony of 251 girls was held in the Shri Gyananand Ji Maharaj Auditorium at the Arya Mahila campus under the auspices of the Arya Mahila Hitkarini Maha Parishad, Varanasi, on Saturday.

The program began at 11 a.m. with Vedic Mangalacharan. The program aimed to preserve the unique legacy of Kanya Samman, a symbol of Indian culture, Sanatan tradition, and women's empowerment, filled the entire campus with devotional vibes and a joyous atmosphere.

Addressing the gathering, Chief Guest Pradeep Agrahari, Metropolitan President of the Bharatiya Janata Party, said, "Girls are the embodiment of the primordial power, Mother Jagadamba. In our eternal culture, Kanya Pujan is n...