Haridwar/Rudrapur, March 20 -- Devotees on Thursday thronged temples across the Garhwal division to offer prayers to Goddess Shailputri, marking the start of the nine-day long Chaitra Navratri. Authorities said they made arrangements to manage crowds and ensure smooth darshan as the festive rush is expected to increase in the coming days. Meanwhile, the famous Chaiti fair commenced on Thursday in Kashipur amid concerns over frequent leopard sightings near the venue, officials said. The fair is being held near the ancient archaeological site Govishan ka Tila....