A few years ago, I went to Vrindavan, which is deemed as playground of Lord Krishna. During that period, I also visited a number of temples. In one such temple, while I was offering prayers with closed eyes, someone clearly said in my ears 'Tum he meri sakhi ho' (You are my woman friend). And that day I decided to become Radha to appease my Lord.'

Saxena's family also assists him in his unique style of worship.

'Aware of the fact that I have shouldered all my responsibilities, my family members never voiced objections against my worship,' he said.

'In fact, they got a small temple built for me inside the house so that I can offer prayers in seclusion without any disturbance,' he added.

Bareilly is about 250 km from Lucknow.