Shivraj Chouhan performs 'Kanya Pujan' at his residence on Navami

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday performed 'Kanya Pujan' at his residence in Bhopal on the occasion of Navami, the ninth day of Navratri. During the ritual, Chouhan worshipped young girls and served them food. 'Kanya Pujan' honours nine young girls who represent Goddess Durga's nine avatars and is observed on the eighth or ninth day of Navratri.