The sacred Maha Ashtami Puja is being observed at various Shakti Peeths across Odisha on Sunday as devotees gather to seek the blessings of the presiding deities. At the Maa Sarala shrine in Jagatsinghpur, special rituals are being performed to mark the auspicious occasion.Maha Ashtami also marks the final day of the sixteen-day festival, which began on Mula Ashtami. Maa Sarala will be adorned in her Mahisha Mardini besha, allowing devotees to witness the goddess in her divine form.Special Rituals At Maa Sarala Shrine.As part of the observances, Sandhi Puja will be performed at midnight at the shrine. During the ritual, 108 pots of pana will be offered to the goddess as part of the traditional offering.A devotee visiting the temple said, “I have come to seek the blessings of Maa Sarala. I have immense faith in her and believe that she will fulfil our wishes and help us overcome all difficulties in life. I believe that with her blessings, everything will turn out well and she will always guide us on the right path.”Devotees Gather For Goddess’s Darshan.A growing number of devotees are visiting the shrine to witness Maa Sarala in her special Mahisha Mardini besha. The sacred occasion holds significance for devotees, who gather to offer prayers and seek the goddess’s blessings.Maha Ashtami is being observed with special rituals at various Shakti Peeths, marking an important day in the ongoing religious celebrations across the state.
Maha Ashtami observed at Maa Sarala shrine in Jagatsinghpur, Goddess adorned in special besha
