Devotees flock to temples across Nepal on second day of Navaratri
Summary
Devotees across Nepal are visiting Shaktipeeths and goddess temples on the second day of Navaratri, while markets are busy with Dashain shopping. Recent floods have also damaged roads and bridges in several districts, adding to travel difficulties during the festival season.
Key Points
- Devotees have flocked to Shaktipeeths and goddess temples across Nepal on the second day of Navaratri.
- Major temples in the Kathmandu Valley and outside it are seeing heavy crowds, with special prayers offered to Mahakali, Mahalakshmi, and Mahasaraswati.
- Dashain shopping has increased market activity as many residents travel back to their hometowns.
- Flood damage to roads and bridges in districts including Rasuwa, Dhading, Gorkha, and Mustang has worsened transportation problems.
