Madurai is observing the Meenakshi Pattabhishekam today, a key event associated with the annual Chithirai festival.
The ceremony is traditionally linked to the divine coronation of Goddess Meenakshi, drawing devotees to the Meenakshi Amman Temple for worship and darshan.
The event falls on Chithirai 13 (April), as noted in the festival calendar.
Devotees believe that offering prayers and having darshan of the goddess on this day brings peace of mind and a sense of fulfilment in life.
The occasion is being marked with religious observances at the temple, with visitors arriving to take part in the celebrations.
