Dr Arravinnath carried his kavadi yesterday from the Sri Muniswarar Temple in Jalan Datuk Keramat to the Arulmigu Sri Balathandayuthapani Water­fall Hilltop Temple in Jalan Kebun Bunga. Meanwhile, pilot-turned-businessman N. Ramnath, 37, who has taken a lifelong kavadi vow, carried a spiked, body-piercing kavadi, also known as a sellavu kavadi, this Thaipusam. He said the practice of carrying a kavadi requires weeks and sometimes months, of spiritual preparation. Ramnath has been carrying a kavadi since the age of 10 and intends to continue for as long as he is able. In recent years, he has also guided and supported others embarking on their kavadi journey.

Source: The Star February 02, 2026 06:16 UTC