Karni Mata temple in Bikaner, Rajasthan is very popular because of 25000 rats. These black and white rats are considered to be the children of the Mother Goddess, hence false offerings of rats are made to the devotees. Karni Mata temple in Bikaner is very famous among the tourists. This temple is dedicated to Karni Mata. People living here believe that Karni Mata is the incarnation of Goddess Durga who protects the people. Karni Mata was a warrior sage of the Charan caste. Leading the life of an ascetic, he was revered among the people living here.
Of all the rats, white rats are considered especially sacred as they are considered to be the incarnation of Karni Mata and her sons. However, hurting or killing a rat even by mistake is a serious sin in this temple. That's why people here drag their feet instead of lifting them, so that no rat comes under their feet. It is considered inauspicious.