Kudroli Sri Gokarnanatha temple decked up for Navaratri celebrations
The Kudroli Sri Gokarnanatha temple in Mangaluru is hosting extensive Navaratri celebrations, drawing thousands of devotees daily. Local police are managing traffic, while volunteers assist with temple operations and the preparation of prasadam.
Why it matters
The event reflects the cultural and social significance of Navaratri in South India and the logistical efforts required to manage large-scale religious gatherings.
T housands of people are visiting the temple daily. Hundreds of volunteers are offering seva in shifts for smooth conduct of the festivities. The Mangaluru City Police are monitoring traffic movement around the temple to prevent congestion.
An idol of Goddess Durga has been put up in the Kudroli Sri Gokarnanatha temple as part of the Navaratri celebrations in Mangaluru.
An idol of Goddess Sharada has been put up in the Kudroli Sri Gokarnanatha temple as part of the Navaratri celebrations in Mangaluru.
Volunteers cutting vegetables for use in preparation of prasadam for devotees in the Kudroli Sri Gokarnanatha temple as part of the Navaratri celebrations in Mangaluru.
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