Mysuru, July 24 -- Utsava murthi of Goddess Chamundeshwari decorated in Mahalakshmi avatar; Sri Chamundeshwari Authority takes corrective steps for hassle-free darshan

The second Ashada Friday witnessed thousands of devotees from Mysuru and surrounding districts climbing 1,000 and odd steps from the foothill to reach Sri Chamundeshwari Temple atop Chamundi Hill in the city, this morning.

The devotees were seen applying kumkum and turmeric to the steps to fulfil their vow to the Goddess while many were seen singing songs and bhajans dedicated to Goddess Chamundeshwari, creating a devotional atmosphere.

Puja rituals

The devotees started arriving at the hilltop as early as 5 am to have the first darshan of deity.

The puja rituals at the...