Tamil Nadu: The grand chariot festival at the Maha Mariamman Vinayagar Temple in Kumiliyam village, Ariyalur, took place today with great enthusiasm. As part of the annual ritual, thousands of devotees gathered to pull the ornately decorated chariot carrying the sacred, anointed idols of Goddess Maha Mariamman and Lord Vinayagar. The event reflected deep-rooted tradition, devotion, and community spirit.