On Mahashtami, Deputy Chief Minister Mr. Vijay Sharma offered prayers to Goddess Dantewari, Goddess Parmeshwari, and Goddess Chandi

Took blessings after darshan of Mata Kali in Kawardha's historic Khappar Yatra, sang Jasgeet with devotees.

Met young people from far-flung areas cordially, shared the joy of devotion by participating in Mata Seva.

Raipur, On the Mahashtami of Navratri, Deputy Chief Minister and Kawardha MLA Mr. Vijay Sharma visited the famous Mata Dantewari Temple, Mata Parmeshwari Temple, and Mata Chandi Temple in Kawardha town of Kabirdham district, offered prayers, and wished for the happiness, prosperity, and well-being of the state's residents. On this occasion, he witnessed the Khappar Yatra of Mata Kali, which takes place at night as part of Kawardha's historic religious tradition, and received blessings. During this time, he joined devotees in Mata Seva and offered worship to Goddess Bhagwati by singing Jasgeet.

The tradition of taking out the Khappar on the night of Mahashtami in Kawardha is considered to be more than a hundred years old. This unique tradition associated with the temples of Mata Dantewari, Mata Chandi, and Mata Parmeshwari is an important part of the region's religious faith and cultural heritage. According to religious beliefs, this tradition of circumambulating the city with the Khappar, embodying Mata Kali, is observed with the wish for the city's peace, security, and public welfare. Amidst the chants of Mata and a devotional atmosphere, a large number of devotees arrive to witness this special ritual.

Deputy Chief Minister Mr. Sharma offered heartfelt prayers to the Khappar Wali Mata and expressed his faith in this ancient tradition. During this time, he cordially met young people and devotees from Kawardha and distant areas who had come for darshan. Participating in Mata Seva, he sang Jasgeet with everyone. The atmosphere became devotional with devotional songs and chants of Mata. He wished everyone a Happy Navratri and inquired about their well-being.

Deputy Chief Minister Mr. Sharma said that Kawardha's Khappar Yatra is a priceless heritage of our ancient religious traditions and folk faith. This tradition, passed down through generations, still connects people to their culture and spiritual heritage. He said that it is a matter of good fortune to have darshan of Mata and participate in service and worship with devotees on the auspicious occasion of Mahashtami. He prayed to Goddess Bhagwati for happiness, peace, and prosperity in everyone's lives.