West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari performed the Pushpanjali ritual at his Contai residence in Purba Medinipur on Maha Ashtami, saying he observes the ceremony annually and prayed for everyone's well-being. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also extended Durga Ashtami and Maha Navami greetings, invoking blessings of Goddess Mahagauri during nationwide Navratri celebrations.
