Sabarimala temple in Kerala opens for Mandalam-Makaravilakku pilgrimage. Devotees begin the annual journey with new head priests assuming their roles today.
Devotees across India take holy dips in rivers and offer prayers on Kartik Purnima, celebrating Dev Deepawali and Odisha's historic Boita Bandana ritual.
Celebrate Odisha's Boita Bandana, marking ancient maritime heritage with miniature boat rituals on Kartik Purnima. Explore the festival's cultural and historical essence.