The Kabaleeswarar temple tank in Mylapore, Chennai has witnessed inflow of water thanks to the sudden incessant rains that has been pouring in Chennai over the last couple of days. Notably, only last year, there was a serious deficit of water, becoming a cause of disappointment for those who had to celebrate Thai Poosam, which is considered as the birthday of Lord Murugan. In particular, the highlight of the event, which is the much-awaited theppam, was heavily missed by the devotees.
Chennai Rains : This is Mylapore temple tank in Chennai
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This year, however, spells hope, as things look like they have taken a turn for the better. The Mylapore temple tank in Chennai was found to be receiving water from all sides as heavy showers lashed the city throughout the day.
In Temples, Special Abhishekam, Homam, Archana, Puja, Deeparadhanai will be held to Lord Murugan. Special Abhishekam will be done to Lord Muruga Moolavar and Uthsavar with milk, curd, panchamirtham, tender coconut, sandal, paneer, honey, fruit juices and other condiments amidst the chanting of Vedas during Thai Poosam.
At Palani Temple, one of the six abodes of Lord Muruga, Thai Poosam is celebrated as a ten-day festival with great festivity and fervour.
(Image credits: TOI, Mylapore Times)