Gorakhpur: Chief minister Yogi Adityanath arrived in Gorakhpur on Sunday afternoon for a three-day visit to take part in Navratri and Dussehra observances at Gorakhnath temple. Soon after reaching the city, he offered prayers to Guru Gorakhnath and paid respects at the samadhi of Mahant Avaidyanath.In the evening, Yogi performed Nishaa Puja and a havan on the occasion of Maha Ashtami. On Monday, he is scheduled to conduct Kanya Pujan at 11 am, worshipping nine girls as manifestations of Goddess Durga. The ritual will include washing their feet, applying tilak, and offering food, gifts and dakshina. Batuk Pujan, the worship of young boys, will also be held.On Tuesday, the chief minister will offer special prayers to Guru Gorakhnath before leading the traditional Vijayadashami procession from the temple in the evening. With trumpets, drums and a band, the procession will move to Mansarovar temple for prayers to Lord Shiva and then proceed to the Mansarovar Ramlila ground.At the venue, he will perform the rajtilak of Lord Ram, offer prayers to Ram, Sita, Lakshman and Hanuman, and participate in an aarti. The temple will also hold its tilakotsav, during which he will bless devotees. Organisers said the annual procession showcases communal harmony, with people from multiple communities welcoming it along the route.
