On the auspicious occasion of Mahanavami, a grand Maha Aarti was organized at the Adgda Durga Temple located in Kali Bazar, Araria city, on Monday evening. Large numbers of devotees from various parts of the city gathered for the Maha Aarti, which took place around 7 PM. Devotees performed the Aarti of Maa Durga, praying for the happiness, prosperity, and well-being of their families. The temple premises resonated with chants of 'Jai Mata Di', creating a devotional atmosphere.

The city of Araria witnessed the fervor of Durga Puja across various localities on Mahanavami. Major temples saw a continuous flow of devotees from morning onwards. The increased movement of people on roads and around puja pandals created a fair-like ambiance. Devotees worshipped Maa Durga with full devotion. Mahanavami is dedicated to the ninth form of Maa Durga, Maa Siddhidatri, who is believed to grant accomplishments, knowledge, and salvation. Special puja, Kanya Pujan (worshipping young girls), and Havana (fire ritual) hold significant importance on this day.

Apart from the Adgda Durga Temple in the district headquarters, special pujas were also performed at Shastri Nagar Durga Temple, Thakurwadi Durga Temple, Araria RS Durga Temple, Navdurga Kala Mandir in Jaiprakash Nagar, Ashram Durga Temple, Samiti Durga Temple, Purana Mandal Kara Durga Temple, Mata Sthan Durga Temple, and Araria Court Durga Temple. Devotees also flocked to the famous Maa Khadgeshwari Mahakali Temple for darshan and worship. The spirit of Navratri was also vibrant in various Durga temples across Forbesganj, Narpatganj, Bhargama, Raniganj, Kursakanta, Sikti, Palasi, and Jokihat blocks. The entire district was immersed in an atmosphere of devotion and faith.