‘Soorasamhaaram’ enacted at Kulasekarapattinam
Thousands of devotees gathered at Kulasekarapattinam beach in Thoothukudi district, Tamil Nadu, to witness 'Soorasamhaaram,' the grand finale of Dasara celebrations. The event, which involved the enactment of Goddess Mutharamman annihilating a demon, marked the culmination of festivities that began on October 11 with flag-hoisting and included daily rituals and cultural events. Special buses were arranged for the large number of attendees.
Why it matters
This article highlights a significant cultural and religious event in South India, showcasing the traditions and community participation associated with major festivals like Dasara, which draws large crowds and has local economic and social impact.
‘Soorasamhaaram’ enacted at Kulasekarapattinam left Devotees throng the beach at Kulasekarapattinam in Thoothukudi district on Tuesday. N. RAJESH The Hindu https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/l10vgs/article71605096.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/9865_20_10_2026_16_42_5_4_DSC_3028.JPG RAJESH N Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, 20/10/2026: Devotees dressed like Goddess Kali arriving at tiny coastal town of Kulasekarapattinam for soorasamhaaram, the pinnacle event of Dasara celebration, to be enacted on Tuesday night. Photo : RAJESH N /The Hindu left A devotee dressed as Goddess Kali at Kulasekarapattinam on Tuesday. N. RAJESH The Hindu https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/8zpgvj/article71605100.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/9865_20_10_2026_16_49_15_2_DSC_3006.JPG RAJESH N Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, 20/10/2026: Devotees dressed like Goddess Kali arriving at tiny coastal town of Kulasekarapattinam for soorasamhaaram, the pinnacle event of Dasara celebration, to be enacted on Tuesday night. Photo : RAJESH N /The Hindu THOOTHUKUDI Thousands of devotees witnessed soorasamhaaram, the annihilation of a demon by Goddess Mutharamman, on the beach of Kulasekarapattinam in Thoothkudi district on Tuesday night.
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