Valla Sayda performed at Aranmula Parthasarathy temple

Pathanamthitta, Sep 3 (UNI) The Ashtamirohini Valla Sadya, an annual ritualistic mass feast, jointly organised by Palliyoda Seva Sanghom (PSS) and Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) was held at Aranmula Parthasarathy Temple today with traditional gaiety and devotional fervour.

TDB President C K Guptan inaugurated the 'Sadya' by lighting a ceremonial lamp in front of the temple flag-mast following 'Uchapooja.' It was estimated that around 35,000 devotees partook of the sumptuous feast. The highlight of the feast was serving of 45 side dishes including Ambalapuzha Palppayasam.

Local MLA K C Rajagopal and Devaswom Commissioner Sachithanandan also attended the feast.

Crew of 39 snake-boats that took part in the recent 'Utharattathy Vallam Kali' was accorded a warm reception at the temple gate before the commencement of the 'Sadya.' Sources said 3,500 kg of rice was cooked. Prior to the feast, a colourful pageantry of 39 'Palliyodams' was held.

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