Chithirai Festival Kicks Off at Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple
Chithirai festival begins with hoisting of holy flag at Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple
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The Chithirai festival commenced at the Sri Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India, with the hoisting of the holy flag. Key events include the coronation of Goddess Meenakshi on April 26 and the celestial wedding on April 28, culminating in the Car festival on April 29.
- 01The festival began with the hoisting of the holy flag.
- 02Special pujas and deeparadhan were performed by priests.
- 03The coronation of Goddess Meenakshi Amman is scheduled for April 26.
- 04The highlight, the celestial wedding, will occur on April 28.
- 05The Car festival and Lord Kallazhagar's entry into the Vaigai river are set for April 29 and May 1, respectively.
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The annual Chithirai festival began at the Sri Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India, with the hoisting of the holy flag on Sunday. Priests conducted special pujas and deeparadhan for the deities, while the temple was adorned with colorful lights and decorations, creating a festive atmosphere. The evening saw a grand procession of deities through the Chithirai streets. Key events include the coronation of Goddess Meenakshi Amman on April 26, the celestial wedding (Thirukkalyanam) on April 28, and the Car festival on April 29. The festival will conclude with Lord Kallazhagar's entry into the Vaigai river on May 1.
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