Tula Sankramana-Karnataka

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The Tula Sankramana Festival, also known as "Theerthodbhava," is a revered event celebrated by Hindu devotees, especially in Karnataka, India. Occurring annually in October, this festival marks the occasion when the sacred water of the river Cauvery flows from the Brahmagiri hills at Talakaveri. Thousands of pilgrims gather to witness the moment the sacred river water emerges, signifying prosperity and blessings.

One of the widely celebrated religious festivals in Karnataka is Tula Sankramana. This is celebrated on a huge scale in the Coorg district. River Cauvery is the lifeline of South India. Like the Ganges this river too is integrally associated with the culture of Karnataka. The reference of this river is found in the ancient holy scripts and mythological texts. River Cauvery is considered sacred by the people, as it is their source of sustenance. Hence this river is worshiped by the local people. Tula Sankramana, celebrated in Coorg, is one such festival. Tula Sankramana, Karnataka usually takes place in the month of October.

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On this day the people gather at the origin of the river and wait for the miracle to occur. According to popular belief Goddess Cauvery emerges out of the dry spring on a particular day at a specific time. It is widely believed that Devkanta was instructed by the Goddess to the family members of her father and waits for her in Balamuri. The family members of Chandravarma bathed in this water and were cleansed. Following this old tradition devotees come here to take a dip in the river. At this time of the year the city is resplendent with lights and colors.

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Devotion to Nature: In South Indian culture, rivers are considered divine entities, embodying life and sustenance. During Tula Sankramana, the Cauvery River is revered as Goddess Cauvery, bringing the community together to celebrate her benevolence. The festival serves as a reminder of humans’ deep respect for nature, with rituals symbolizing gratitude for its life-sustaining powers.

During the Tula Sankramana people gather here from the places far and wide just to have a dip in this sacred tank. They also take the holy water in the bottles to their home. This is then sprinkled on the heads of those who could not come to the holy place for the bath. People strongly believe that this will make them free from all the sin and curses, it will impart eternal happiness in their lives.

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