Thaipusam: Devotees not allowed to accompany chariot throughout its journey to Batu Caves and back, says ministry


PUTRAJAYA: Strict standard operating procedures have been developed for the movement of the chariot carrying the statue of Lord Muruga in conjunction with Thaipusam, says the National Unity Ministry.

Among others, the SOP spells out the movement of the chariot is to start at 3am on Jan 27 (Wednesday) and is to return to its original temple namely the Sri Maha Mariamman temple at 3am on Jan 29.

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