Karni Mata led an ascetic life and dedicated
herself to the service of the poor and downtrodden and is believed to
possess supernatural powers. She laid the foundation of Deshnok and her
main followers are 'Charans'. The royal fam ily of Bikaner worship her
as the benefactor deity. Made of marble and stone, Karni Mata Temple s
also known as Madh and houses image of Karni Mata adorned with a tiara
accompanied by the images of her sisters. It is customary for the
Rajputs to bring their children on 'jadula' (the first time when the
head of the child is clean shaven). People offer their prayers to the
Goddess and ask for her blessings. It is surprising to see the large number of brown rats living in the temple. People offer food to them and they are considered auspicious. It is said that spotting the white rat living in the temple grounds, is a very good omen and is believed to be lucky by the devotees.