Devotee’s Final Sacrifice | FEATURE

Historically, Thaipusam started when a Hindu devotee; Idumban, brought food and prayer items for the Gods up to a hilly area to offer prayers. This became a regular practice and developed into a religious observance until this very day.
It is also believed that ‘Idumban’ is seen as one of the guardians of Lord Muruga's temples.
Henceforth, devotees fulfil their vows by carrying milk pots known as Paal Kudam, rose water, and small and large-scale Kavadis which are decorated grandly.
For 56-year-old Suresh Singh Rashpal Singh, he has been a staunch devotee of these Thaipusam processions for 40 years.
This year, for him, will be an unforgettable one.
This will be his last year to carry the Poo Kavadi (flower Kavadi) up 272 steps from the foot of the cave beneath the shadows of the striking 140 feet high statue of Lord Murugan.
The Vibes Culture and Lifestyle had the honour of speaking with Suresh Singh Rashpal Singh on his final devotional journey.
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Dont feel sad dear brother.
All these years you carried Lord Muruga...from now the Kavadi is the chambers of your heart..With every beat it says Vel Vel.