Tiruvannamalai Deepam: Millions witness sacred lamp lighting atop Arunachala hill

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The Mahadeepam (Great Lamp) was lit atop Arunachala hill in Tiruvannamalai on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, with millions of devotees witnessing the divine light. This sacred lighting is believed to absolve sins for 21 generations and ensure prosperity. The lamp will continue to be lit daily for the next ten days, until December 11. Devotees can also participate in the Girivalam (circumambulation) around the hill during this period, even if they missed the main festival day.


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