Fire guts historic Maa Bhagwati Temple in Uttarakhand

A massive fire broke out at the historic Maa Bhagwati Temple in Badiyakot, Uttarakhand, on the sixth day of Navratri. The blaze destroyed the temple’s idol and pavilion, severely damaging its intricate wooden structure. Authorities are investigating the cause, with initial suspicions pointing to a worship lamp or short circuit. The remote terrain delayed firefighting efforts.