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Sawan Somvar: Devotees line up outside temples in UP, Delhi to offer prayers- In pics

New Delhi: The month of Sawan is regarded as the most auspicious month and devotees believe that it’s the best time to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva, which ensures prosperity and happiness in life.

Today, August 9, marks the third Monday of the Sawan month and is considered to be auspicious. A large number of devotees were seen gathering outside temples to offer their prayers today. Take a look:

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Updated:Aug 09, 2021, 08:47 AM IST

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Gauri Shankar Temple in Delhi

A large number of devotees gather at the Gauri Shankar Temple in Delhi to offer prayers on the third Monday of 'sawan' month.

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Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi

Huge turnout of devotees to offer prayers on the third Monday of 'sawan' month at Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi.

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Gauri Shankar Temple in Delhi

The devotees in the picture can be seen wearing face masks and trying to follow COVID-19 protocols in place, however, due to the large crowd, no social distancing protocols are in place.

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Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi

Devotees at Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Uttar Pradesh’s Varanasi can be seen flouting COVID-19 protocols in place. Numerous people were seen not wearing masks and blatantly flouting social distancing norms today, despite repeated warnings by the government.

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Sawan Somvar vrat

All Mondays have significant importance in the month of Sawan and the worshippers observe fast and only consume fruits and water as a part of Sawan somvar vrat.

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Sawan during COVID-19

During Sawan month, the devotees of Lord Shiva also carry out a Kavar Yatra to Haridwar, which was cancelled this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

(Credits: PTI)