Madurai: Lord Kallazhagar, who was taken to Madurai for the Chithirai festival, reached his abode at Alagar Kovil temple on Tuesday morning. The deity had begun his 17-kilometer return journey on Monday morning, traveling on the Poo Pallakku to Alagar Kovil.
Devotees Gather for the Procession
Thousands of devotees gathered in Madurai, following the deity outside the city as they performed special pujas and rituals. En route to the temple, the deity stopped at several mandagapadis that were set up along the way. The streets were filled with devotees surrounding the deity for the entire day, giving Madurai city a festive atmosphere.
The procession reached Moondrumavadi at around 6 pm. Loudspeakers set up playing "Vararu Vararu" blared into the night as Kallazhagar passed by.
Night Halt at Appanthirupathi
On Monday night, Kallazhagar halted at Appanthirupathi, where he spent the night, along with thousands of devotees who arrived to celebrate the deity's arrival. He then proceeded from the temple to resume his journey early on Tuesday morning.
Final Arrival at Alagar Kovil
The deity finally reached Alagar Kovil at around 11 am on Tuesday. He was welcomed by devotees sprinkling flowers on him as he entered the temple premises. Pumpkins were smashed at the entrance near the Karrupasamy temple as a symbolic gesture to ward off the evil eye. Devotees also distributed prasadam.
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