Like other parts of the country, the festival of Maha Ashtami is being celebrated with full devotion in Punjab on Sunday. People are worshiping little Kanjakas in their homes.<br />''  <br />'' On 22nd October 2023, the eighth day of Shardiya Navratri, the festival of Maha Ashtami is being celebrated with full devotion. Many people keep fast on Navratri and break these fast by worshiping little girls in their homes on Maha Ashtami. Therefore, these little girls, means Kanjakas, who are considered to be the form of Goddess Durga, are being worshipped. Apart from halwa, puri, and gram, many types of gifts are also being given to them as Prasad. These Kanjakas are very happy after receiving this.<br />''  <br />'' Meanwhile, devotees have thronged the temples on this occasion since morning in various cities of Punjab.