Chithirai Pongal begins with kodiyetram |
04-05-2016 4th May 2016 Chithirai Pongal begins with kodiyetram The 11 days Chithirai Pongal Festival commenced at Sivakasi Sri Arulmighu Pathirakaliamman Temple with the flag hoisting ceremony, on 3rd May 2016, Tuesday. Special pujas were performed on the chief deity Badrakaliamman. The priests also performed special pujas on the flag post, where the holy flag was hoisted. Thousands witnessed Kodiyetram Festival. Some devotees prepared Pongal and offered to Badrakaliamman. Light music was arranged. Vijay TV fame Irwin Victoria and Sowmya enthralled the audience for more than two hours. After Kodiyetram event, Fireworks display has been made. |