Dindigul, Tamil Nadu: The Thaipusam festival at the Palani Thandayuthapani Swamy Temple saw an outpouring of devotion and offerings, with donations totaling Rs 3.31 crore. In addition to the monetary contributions, devotees also donated 557g of gold and 21,235g of silver. The offerings included a variety of items such as foreign currencies, jewellery, and grains. Over 500 people were involved in the process of counting the donations.
Thaipusam is widely celebrated not only in Tamil Nadu, India, but also in other countries with large Tamil communities, including Sri Lanka, Singapore, and Malaysia. The festival is a significant occasion for Tamil devotees, who express their devotion to Lord Murugan, the deity of war, victory, and wisdom.
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In Vadalur, Cudalore, thousands of devotees gathered to witness the 'Jyothi Darshan' at the Sathya Gnana Sabha, founded by the revered saint Ramalinga Adigalar, popularly known as Vallalar. The event was a key part of the Thaipusam celebrations, attracting large crowds who paid their respects.
Thaipusam, observed on the full moon day of the Tamil month of Thai, is a festival dedicated to Lord Murugan. It is a day for deep devotion, faith, and penance, where devotees offer prayers, perform rituals, and make vows in honour of the deity. This year, Thaipusam was celebrated on Tuesday, 11 February, 2025, aligning with the Pusam star in the Tamil calendar.
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Published: 15 Feb 2025, 09:36 am IST
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