M.Mariappan 32, is kept busy supplying young coconuts for devotees at Batu Caves on Saturday despite the prohibition on engaging in the coconut-breaking ritual for this year's celebrations
WITHOUT the usual fanfare and carnival-like environment of the Thaipusam festival at Batu Caves in Selangor, this year’s quieter atmosphere is allowing devotees to truly appreciate the meaning behind the celebration that falls tomorrow.
With scaled-down versions of the festival being allowed to take place, devotees say they feel safe while fulfilling their vows despite the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.
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M.Mariappan 32, is kept busy supplying young coconuts for devotees at Batu Caves on Saturday despite the prohibition on engaging in the coconut-breaking ritual for this year's celebrations
Devotees who want to fulfil their vows by carrying milk pots at Batu Caves temple are required to pre-register and wear a tag as part of crowd control measures. — Photos: SS KANESAN/The Star
S. Latchumi, 70, climbing the Batu Caves stairs for the 17th year to fulfil her vows.
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