Events

The Samathuva Pongal Festival was celebrated in Kallakurichi with great enthusiasm and community participation. The celebration highlighted Tamil culture, traditional Pongal customs and the spirit of equality. Farmers, local residents and government representatives participated in the programme. Traditional activities and Pongal celebrations added cultural vibrancy to the event. The festival promoted unity, social harmony and respect for Tamil traditions.

The annual Brahmotsavam at Sri Ulagalantha Perumal Temple was celebrated with traditional religious rituals and colourful processions. The festival featured morning and evening utsavams throughout the celebration period. Special events included vahana processions, Thirukalyana Utsavam and the grand temple chariot procession.

The famous Koovagam Koothandavar Chithirai Festival was held in Koovagam village near Ulundurpet in Kallakurichi District. The eighteen-day festival included traditional rituals, cultural programmes and religious ceremonies. The major celebrations included the symbolic marriage ceremony and the Chithirai chariot procession. Thousands of participants and devotees gathered for the important festival rituals. The event remains an important cultural tradition associated with the history and heritage of Kallakurichi District.

The Kallai Food Festival was organised in Kallakurichi District under the patronage of the District Collector. The festival provided an opportunity to showcase local food traditions and culinary culture. Visitors were able to experience a variety of traditional and regional food preparations. The event encouraged public participation and promoted the district’s local food heritage. It also provided a platform to celebrate the diverse flavours and cultural identity of Kallakurichi.

Vinayagar Chaturthi is celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm across Kallakurichi District. Special idols of Lord Ganesha are installed at temples and community locations for worship. Devotees participate in special poojas, abhishekams and cultural activities during the celebration. The festival brings together local communities and promotes cultural participation and devotion. Special processions and immersion activities are generally organised towards the conclusion of the festival.