Tiruchirappalli, March 25 -- In Tiruchirappalli, at Melur near Srirangam on the banks of the Kollidam river, situated between the North and South Cauvery and often referred to as "Then Ayodhya", a 37-foot-tall Hanuman idol, said to be the tallest in Tamil Nadu, was consecrated. Following the completion of renovation and temple works, the Maha Kumbabhishekam was held today with great devotion.

The rituals began on March 21, when sacred water was brought from various holy rivers, marking the commencement of Yagasala poojas.

Early this morning, the fifth phase of Yagasala rituals was performed, including Vedic chanting, Divya Prabandham recitations, and Shanti mantras. The ceremonies concluded with Poornahuti, after which the sacred proces...