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IN PHOTOS: Mumbai's Sion Koliwada witnesses sacred 'Kavadi Aattam' rituals

Updated On: 07 February, 2026 09:27 PM IST | Tarun Verma

Devotees participate in the ‘Kavadi Aattam’ procession at Sion Koliwada, Mumbai. The ritual, dedicated to Lord Murugan, is observed with devotion and traditional customs. Pics/Shadab Khan

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Faithful devotees pay homage to Lord Murugan by decorating the idol with flowers and garlands during the ceremonial Kavadi Attam, a powerful expression of dedication and endurance.Pic/Shadab Khan
Faithful devotees pay homage to Lord Murugan by decorating the idol with flowers and garlands during the ceremonial Kavadi Attam, a powerful expression of dedication and endurance.Pic/Shadab Khan
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The procession highlights devotion, discipline, and traditional rituals as participants carry the 'Kavadi' to seek blessings

The procession highlights devotion, discipline, and traditional rituals as participants carry the 'Kavadi' to seek blessings

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The Kavadi is intricately decorated, often with flowers, peacock feathers, and other symbols, creating a vibrant and spiritual spectacle

The Kavadi is intricately decorated, often with flowers, peacock feathers, and other symbols, creating a vibrant and spiritual spectacle

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'Kavadi' means burden and “Attam” means dance, symbolising both physical endurance and spiritual offering

'Kavadi' means burden and “Attam” means dance, symbolising both physical endurance and spiritual offering

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Devotees play traditional drum rhythms that guide devotees’ energetic movements along the route 

Devotees play traditional drum rhythms that guide devotees’ energetic movements along the route 

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Men and women in colorful attire participate in the Kavadi Aattam, reflecting faith, commitment, and cultural heritage

Men and women in colorful attire participate in the Kavadi Aattam, reflecting faith, commitment, and cultural heritage

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Men seen wearing coordinated cultural attire 'lungi' showcasing community unity and bringing people together through shared faith and devotion

Men seen wearing coordinated cultural attire 'lungi' showcasing community unity and bringing people together through shared faith and devotion

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The ritual procession is a vibrant celebration of culture, aiming to preserve traditional values for future generations.

The ritual procession is a vibrant celebration of culture, aiming to preserve traditional values for future generations.

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