Hindu devotees throng hilltop temple to celebrate mini Thaipusam


The chariot procession to mark Chitraparuvam festival begins at Sri Maha Mariamman, Lebuh Queen in George Town. (April 15, 2022). — CHAN BOON KAI/The Star

GEORGE TOWN: Hindu devotees throng the Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Hilltop Temple as early as 5am on Saturday (April 16) to celebrate ‘Chithirai Pournami’ or Chitraparuvam Festival, in compliance with the standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Many devotees were seen carrying ‘paal kudam’ (milk offering) to the temple to fulfil their vows and there was one special kavadi that arrived around 10am.

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