Thousands converged on the Aluva manappuram to offer ‘bali tharpanam’ (paying obeisance to their ancestors) on the occasion of ‘Karkidaka Vavu’ here on Monday.
The banks of the Periyar River witnessed a huge rush of devotees, including women and elderly to perform the ritual. Though the rituals began around 4 a.m, people from various places had reached the Siva temple premises by midnight. The ceremonies in the temple continued up to 11 a.m. Nearly 80 balitharas (booths) were set up for the ceremonies.
