Madhumala Devi is lying on a bed fitted with 2,516 sharp nails as part of her worship

Madhumala Devi is lying on a bed fitted with 2,516 sharp nails as part of her worship

The ritual is taking place at her home in Chaurasia Tola, Ward No. A ceremonial pot, known as a kalash, has been placed on her chest, while a trident stands beside her. A 35-year-old woman in Bihar’s Samastipur district has drawn attention for an unusual act of devotion during Navratri. Madhumala Devi is lying on a bed fitted with 2,516 sharp nails as part of her worship of Goddess Durga. 12, in Rosera town.

She has been observing a fast without food or water since the first day of Navratri, according to her family.

Devotees from nearby areas have been visiting her home to witness the ritual and offer prayers at the temple inside the house. The family further claimed that an idol of Goddess Durga appeared from beneath the ground inside their home. Following this, they built a temple within the house to install the idol. Ranjit runs a clothing shop. He is also observing a fast during Navratri in support of her religious observance. Prayers are being conducted at the family’s home temple under the guidance of a priest.

Madhumala Devi married Ranjit Chaurasia around 16 years ago. The couple have two children, a 14-year-old son and a 12-year-old daughter.

He said his wife has been interested in religious worship since their marriage.