Lord Murugan declared that henceforth all who carried ... Others beat their drums with hockey stick-shaped mallets. In addition to a thumping sound, they also drag the stick over a drumhead ...

It is dedicated to Lord Murugan, the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The day commemorates the victory of Lord Murugan over the demon Surapadma. It is celebrated with great enthusiasm in ...

Thaipusam 2025: Lakhs of devotees are celebrating Thaipusam 2025 and worship Lord Murugan, the god of war, victory and wisdom. The festival is celebrated on the full moon in the Tamil month of Thai.