Devotees went on a procession carrying fire pots

On the occasion of Chithirai festival at Thandu Mariamman Kovil near Uppilipalayam flyover in the city, a large number of devotees took part in a procession carrying fire pots in their hands on 
Wednesday.  
As a part of the festival, various programmes were being held, and as a part of it, devotees carried fire pots in their hands on Wednesday.
The procession started from the temple premises at 6 am. It passed through Oppanakara street, Town Hall, and Uppilipalayam flyover before reaching the temple.