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Maasi Thiruvizha Arueal Bay Puja committee, Sri Muthumaariamman temple Diglipur, North Andaman is a grand festival in Tamil Nadu featuring elaborate Mandagapadi (temporary pavilions) poojas. Mandagapadi refers to the reception of the temple deity at specific designated homes, streets, or mandapams during a procession, where special offerings and deeparadhana are performed. Mandagapadi Pooja Rituals
• Procession Arrival: The deity (Swamy/Ambal) arrives at the Mandagapadi, usually adorned with special Alankaras (decorations).
• Special Pooja & Deeparadhana: Traditional rituals, including Abhishekam (holy bath) and deeparadhana (offering of lamps), are conducted by priests.
• Nivedhanam (Offerings): Special food offerings are made to the deity and later distributed to devotees.
• Devotee Participation: Mandagapadi is often arranged by a community, family, or group who sponsor the event. It is a major social event in rural Tamil Nadu.
• Vahana Seva: The deity arrives on special mounts (Vahanams) like Hamsa, Garuda, or Pushpa Pallakku (flower palanquin).
• Mayana Kollai (Special Ritual): During Maasi Thiruvizha, particularly for Amman temples, a unique ritual called Mayana Kollai (pillaging of the graveyard) is performed.