Chamundeshwari Vardhanti celebrated with religious fervour in Mysuru
Thousands of devotees gathered in Mysuru to celebrate the Vardhanti of Goddess Chamundeshwari with traditional rituals and a golden palanquin procession. The event was led by the scion of the Mysuru royal family and drew large crowds to the Chamundi Hills.
Why it matters
This event is a significant cultural and religious milestone for the region, reflecting local traditions and community participation.
The Vardhanti of Goddess Chamundeshwari was celebrated with traditional gaiety and religious fervour at Chamundi Hills in Mysuru on Tuesday (August 4), drawing thousands of devotees from across the city, district and other parts of the State.
The highlight of the celebrations was the grand procession of the deity in a golden palanquin around the temple premises. The procession was led by Mysuru MP and scion of the erstwhile Mysuru royal family, Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, who was dressed in traditional attire. Members of the royal family, including Pramoda Devi Wadiyar and Trishika Kumari Wadiyar, were present along with G.T. Deve Gowda, MLA.
The Vardhanti rituals commenced in the early hours of the day, following which the temple was opened to devotees. Thousands queued up from the morning to offer prayers and witness the special celebrations, with the temple specially decorated in flowers.
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