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Makaravilakku festival: Massive pilgrim turnout at Sabarimala

Sabarimala, Jan 14 (UNI) The hill shrine of Lord Ayyappa is witnessing a massive influx of pilgrims as thousands of devotees have assembled at the Sannidhanam and surrounding areas to witness the sacred Makaravilakku and Makarajyothi on Wednesday evening. The atmosphere at the temple complex is charged with devotion as the most significant phase of the Mandala–Makaravilakku pilgrimage season unfolds. The Makar Sankranti Pooja will be performed at 3.08 pm following traditional rituals.

Central India's Premier English Daily

Central India's Premier English Daily

Credit: Centralchronicle

Key Highlights

  • Devotees from different parts of the country have been standing in long queues since early morning to participate in the auspicious ceremonies and to have Darshan of Lord Ayyappa.
  • The revered Thiruvabharanam procession, carrying the sacred ornaments of Lord Ayyappa from Pandalam, is scheduled to reach Saramkuthi by 5.30 pm.
  • The procession will then be ceremonially received at the Sannidhanam at 6.15 pm.
  • Following this, Deepa Aradhana will be conducted, after which devotees will be allowed to enter the Sannidhanam for darshan of Lord Ayyappa adorned with the Thiruvabharanam.
  • Darshan of the deity in Thiruvabharanam will continue until January 17.
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