Tiruchirappalli, March 20 -- The Panguni Car Festival was held at the famous Jambukeswarar Temple, one of the revered Pancha Bhoota Sthalams representing the element of water. Thousands of devotees participated in the grand event and pulled the temple chariots with deep devotion on Friday.

The temple, dedicated to Lord Jambukeswarar along with Goddess Akilandeswari, is over 2,000 years old and holds immense religious significance. The annual Panguni Brahmotsavam is celebrated with great fervour. This year, the festival commenced with the Dwajarohanam (flag hoisting) on February 26, followed by the Ettuthikkum Kodiyetram ceremony on March 15.

During the festival, the deity was taken out in daily processions on various vahanams, including...