Thousands Flock to Kooduthurai for Aadi Perukku Festivities

In a grand display of devotion, thousands of people congregated at Kooduthurai, the confluence of the Bhavani, Cauvery, and mythical Amudha rivers, to celebrate 'Aadi Perukku' on Sunday. This annual event holds significant cultural and religious importance for Tamils, marking the worship of the Cauvery river.

As the day marks the 18th of Aadi month, many regard it as an auspicious time to initiate agricultural activities. Devotees began arriving in the early hours, eagerly participating in rituals that included a purifying bath in the waters and prayers to the revered deities, Goddess Vedanayagi and Lord Sangameswara. Some also conducted rites to honour their ancestors.

Parallel celebrations occurred in Kodumudi, where devotees immersed themselves in the Cauvery's sacred waters and visited the closely located Siva, Vishnu, and Brahma temples. To ensure the safety of everyone involved in these grand festivities, heavy police presence was established along the riverbanks and temple sites.

(With inputs from agencies.)