The Chariot Festival of Koodal Azhagar Perumal Temple in Madurai was held with great fervour today, with thousands of devotees participating in the grand procession.
The Koodal Azhagar Perumal Temple is one of the renowned 108 Vaishnavite sacred shrines (Divya Desams) dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The Vaikasi Perunthiruvizha at the temple commenced on May 23 with the ceremonial flag hoisting. Following this, for 14 days, the deity has been taken in procession every morning and evening on various vahanams, including the lion, Garuda, Hanuman, Adisesha (serpent), elephant, and horse, blessing devotees along the temple streets.
The highlight of the festival, the grand temple chariot procession, was conducted today with great enthusiasm. Thousands of devotees gathered in Madurai on Sunday to witness and participate in the procession.
The annual Brahmotsavam festival is celebrated for 14 days during the Tamil month of Vaikasi (May-June), with the festive image of Azhagar Perumal brought in a chariot around the streets in various mounts during all fourteen days.
Accompanied by traditional drumbeats and devotional music, devotees pulled the massive chariot through the temple town, seeking Bhagavan Vishnu’s blessings.
The chariot festival represents the divine journey of Bhagavan Vishnu blessing his devotees, reinforcing the sacred bond between the deity and his worshippers.
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