According to Hindu mythology, the eighth day of Navratri is dedicated to Mahagauri who attained "Gaur Varna" by rigorous penance. The name 'Mahagauri' means the one extremely bright. She mounts on the ox. Mahagauri appears in many forms. Meanwhile, early morning 'aarti' was performed at the famous Jhandewalan Temple in Delhi on Maha Ashtami.