45-669: Kundrathur is a town located in the Chennai Metropolitan Area and the headquarters of Kundrathur taluk in Kanchipuram District . It is the birthplace of Sekkizhar , a well-known poet-saint who authored the Periyapuranam . Gerugampakkam, Irandam Kattalai, Kolapakkam, Kolachery, Kovur, Pazhanthandalam, Periyapanicheri, Sirukalathur, Thandalam, Tharapakkam and Tirumuddivakkam village panchayats are annexed to Kundrathur Municipality The locality
90-508: A baby boy. The six boys were raised by handmaidens known as the Kṛttikās and they were later fused into one by Parvati , thus giving rise to the six-headed Murugan . Parvati granted him a divine spear known as the vel . Murugan was accompanied by Virabahu who served as his commander-in-chief and eight others, who were sons bore by nine shaktis who arose from the gems of the broken anklet of Parvati, when she ran from her seat due to
135-403: A cagr of 18% between 2006-11 to achieve a GDP (PPP) of $ 80 billion as of 2011 in its report. Chennai has a broad industrial base in the automobile, computer, technology, hardware manufacturing and healthcare sectors. As of 2012 , the city is India's second-largest exporter of information technology (IT) and business process outsourcing (BPO) services. A major part of India's automobile industry
180-408: A ceremonial act of sacrifice carrying a physical burden as a means of balancing a spiritual debt. Worshipers often carry a pot of cow milk as an offering and also do mortification of the flesh by piercing the skin, tongue or cheeks with vel skewers. Devotees prepare for the rituals by keeping clean, doing regular prayers, following a vegetarian diet and fasting while remaining celibate. Thaipusam
225-563: A divine spark emerged from each of the six heads. Initially, the wind-god Vayu carried the sparks, but the fire-god Agni took possession of them afterwards because of the unbearable heat. Agni deposited the sparks in the Ganga river. The water in the Ganga started evaporating due to intense heat, and so the goddess Ganga took them to the Saravana lake, where each of the sparks developed into
270-407: A larger number of local Devotees. There are a couple of CBSE and state board schools in and around the locality. "Ideas" was the first neighbourhood newspaper but the circulation was stopped later. The locality at the moment does not have any dedicated neighbourhood newspaper. Chennai Metropolitan Area Greater Chennai Metropolitan Area , or simply the Chennai Metropolitan Area (CMA),
315-461: A means of balancing a spiritual debt or on behalf of a loved one who is in need of help or healing. Worshipers often carry pot(s) of cow milk as an offering ( pal kavadi ) or other objects such as sugercane , tender coconut , and flowers . The most extreme and spectacular practice is the carrying of Vel kavadi , a portable altar up to 2 metres (6 ft 7 in) tall and weighing up to 30 kg (66 lb), decorated with peacock feathers and
360-525: A rich history that dates back to the era of the legendary Kulothunga Chola II . When the king had a disease, Lord Vishnu appeared in his dream asking the king to worship him at the iconic Ulagalantha Perumal Temple where he resides in the form of Thiruvooragan in Kancheepuram . The king visited the temple according to the words of the Lord and got rid out of his illness. As a token of love and gratitude,
405-583: A total extent of 1,189 km (459 sq mi). In 2011, first plans to expand the metropolitan area were proposed by Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority (CMDA) as several settlements on the outer vicinity had been undergoing rapid development and had to be incorporated under the CMDA planning strategy. While other metropolises in India had already redefined their respective metropolitan regions to include much larger areas, CMA had not been altered since it
450-616: A total of 8,878 km (3,428 sq mi). In July 2017, the Government of Tamil Nadu announced its intention to expand the CMA to 8,878 km (3,428 sq mi) with the whole process expected to be completed by July 2018. On 22 January 2018, Government of Tamil Nadu issued a Government order to declare the intention to include additional areas in the Chennai Metropolitan Planning Area under
495-620: Is fourth-most populous metropolitan area in India and the 35th most populous in the world. The CMA consists of the core city of Chennai , which is coterminous with the Chennai district , and its suburbs in Kanchipuram , Chengalpattu , Thiruvallur and Ranipet districts contributes to 26% of States GDP. The Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority (CMDA) is the nodal agency that handles town planning and development within
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#1732773186995540-419: Is Nagathamman who takes the form of serpents and is worshipped as a guardian deity. This temple is situated half a km away from Thiru Nageshwarar temple. Goddess Ponniyamman, a form of Parvati is the chief deity here. The goddess is believed to be the guardian deity for a lot of people living in the locality. This temple is located near Thiruvooraga Perumal temple. Goddess Katyayani , another form of Parvati
585-470: Is a Tamil Hindu festival celebrated on the first full moon day of the Tamil month of Thai coinciding with Pusam star . The festival is celebrated to commemorate the victory of Hindu god Murugan over the demon Surapadman . During the battle, Murugan is believed to have wielded a vel , a divine spear granted by his mother, Parvati . The festival includes ritualistic practices of Kavadi Aattam ,
630-807: Is a public holiday in Mauritius, select states in Malaysia and in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu . Thaipusam is a portmanteau of two Tamil words: Tamil month of Thai and the name of the star Pusam , denoting the day of occurrence of the festival. According to the Kanda Puranam (the Tamil version of the Skanda Purana), three asuras (a race of celestial beings) Surapadman , Tarakasuran , and Singamukhan performed austerities to propitiate
675-605: Is also celebrated in other countries with significant people of Tamil origin like Fiji , Mauritius , Seychelles , South Africa , Canada , the Caribbean countries including Trinidad and Tobago , and countries with significant Indian migrants like the United States . In Malaysia, the festival attracts thousands of people for the elaborate festivities at Batu Caves near Kuala Lumpur and Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple, Penang . In Singapore, devotees start
720-759: Is also observed as Thaipooyam Mahotsavam in Kerala . In 2021, the festival was declared a public holiday in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu . While the festival originated in India, the same spread across other countries with significant Tamil diaspora. It is celebrated in a much larger scale in some of the countries outside India. It is celebrated in Sri Lanka , Myanmar , and countries in Southeast Asia notably in Malaysia , Singapore , and Indonesia . It
765-412: Is attached to the body of the devotee through multiple skewers and metal hooks pierced into the skin on the chest and back. People also do a form of mortification of the flesh by piercing the skin, tongue or cheeks with vel skewers and flagellation . Since public self mutilation is prohibited by Indian law, these practices are limited in India. Vibuthi , a type of holy ash is spread across
810-625: Is known for the Kundrathur Murugan Temple , one of the most popular temples in Chennai. The neighbourhood is named Kundrathur due to the presence of a hill ( kundru in Tamil). The area is one of the 163 notified areas ( megalithic sites ) in the state of Tamil Nadu . As per the numbers from Census India 2011, Kundrathur has a population of 23,808 of which 11,950 are male and 11,858 are female. There are 2,817 children who form
855-494: Is located in and around the city thus earning it the nickname " Detroit of Asia ". According to Euromonitor , Chennai is the third-most visited city in India by international tourists and is known as the "Gateway to South India". Oxford Economics Global Cities Index 2024 ranked Chennai as the 5th Best City in India and 244th Best City in the world in the economics category. Thaipusam Thaipusam or Thaipoosam ( Tamil : Taippūcam, IPA: [t̪əjppuːsəm] )
900-406: Is observed by Tamils in India , Sri Lanka , Southeast Asia notably in Malaysia , Singapore , and Indonesia . It is also observed by other countries with significant Tamil diaspora like Fiji , Mauritius , Seychelles , South Africa , Canada , the Caribbean countries including Trinidad and Tobago and Guyana , and in countries with significant Indian migrants like the United States . It
945-402: Is that Lord Shiva here is none other than Rahu himself and worshipping him will give devotees all sorts of fortunes in life. Perhaps one of the most popular temples in Chennai is also the only temple in the state of Tamil Nadu where Lord Muruga stands facing north. According to Hindu scriptures, Lord Muruga stayed on this very hill during his travel from Thiruporur to Tiruttani . The temple
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#1732773186995990-435: Is the main deity. It is believed that worshipping her would lead to a happy married life. The temple is located half a km away from the main bus stand. Lord Vinayaka is the chief deity and there's a separate shrine within the temple for Lord Ayyappa . Other deities include Lord Hanuman, Lord Dakshinamurthy, Goddess Durga, Navagrahas and others. Devotees in large numbers gather here for "irumudi kattu" before their pilgrimage to
1035-492: The Hindu god Shiva . Shiva granted them various boons which gave them near-immortality and the ability to conquer the three worlds . They subsequently started a reign of tyranny in their respective realms and oppressed the celestial beings including the devas and other people. The devas pleaded Shiva for his assistance to put an end to the reign of Surapadman and the asuras. In response, Shiva manifested five additional heads and
1080-557: The Sabarimala . Lord Vinayaka seen under the Jand tree is another speciality here. This temple is located in the residential area of Metha Nagar. Constructed through funds raised by the area's welfare association, the temple hosts Lord Shiva as Methaleeshwarar at the sanctum sanctorum along with Goddess Abhayambika. Other deities include Lord Krishna , Lord Hanuman, Goddess Durga, Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Dakshinamurthy, Lord Chandiheshwara,
1125-734: The six abodes in South India . In Dhandayuthapani Swamy Temple in Palani , the festival is celebrated over ten days known as Brahmotsavam. At Subramaniya Swamy Temple, Tiruchendur , where Murugan was supposed to have emerged victorious against the asuras, the festival attracts lakhs of pilgrims every year for the ritual procession. A float festival is held every year in the temple tanks in Meenakshi Temple in Madurai and Kapaleeshwarar Temple , Mylapore , Chennai . The festival
1170-619: The 11.83% of the total population. The locality has a literacy rate of 76.5%. Male literacy rate stands at 80.38% while the female literacy rate is at 72.59%. Kundrathur falls under Sriperumbudur constituency. T.R.Baalu of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam is the Member of Parliament (MP) and Selvaperunthagai K of the Indian National Congress is the Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) The temple has
1215-540: The Chennai metropolitan area through the issuance of planning permission under section 49 of the Tamil Nadu Town and Country Planning Act 1971. A study by Urban Emissions.info ,reported that as of 2020 Chennai Urban area had a population of 1.09 Crore with a GDP of the metropolitan is estimated at US$ 219 billion, ranking it amongst the most productive metro areas of India. A study conducted by CMDA stated that Chennai Metropolitan area has grown with
1260-767: The Navagrahas and other benevolent forms of Parvati. The temple's consecration happened under the presence of Srila Sri Arunagirinatha Gnanasambantha Desika Paramacharya of the Madurai Adheenam . This temple is located beside the Thiru Nageshwarar Temple, right on the South side of the Temple pool (Kovil Kulam). The deity here is Lord Ganesha it is one of the oldest temple in Kundrathur, with
1305-478: The Navagrahas, Lord Dakshinamurthy and Goddess Durga. The temple has around 84 steps but devotees are also allowed to drive up the hill. Thaipusam , Thaikiruthigai and Mahasashti are important occasions. This Shaivaite temple is just a few metres away from the Murugan temple. The history of the temple is that Lord Muruga during his stay at the hills placed a Shivling and worshipped him. The sanctum sanctorum hosts
1350-554: The Surapadman. Murugan is a deity associated with yogic discipline and austerities in Hinduism and is regarded by his adherents to be capable of offering mukti (spiritual liberation) to those who venerate him. Thaipusam occurs annually and is celebrated on the full moon day in the Tamil month of Thai on the confluence of star Pusam. Kavadi Aattam is a ceremonial act of sacrifice and offering practiced by devotees during
1395-609: The Tamil Nadu Town and Country Planning Act, 1971. As per the act, the government is required to allow reasonable opportunity (two months) for inhabitants, local authorities and institutions in the area to comment upon or object to such an expansion proposals and few objections were received including a public interest litigation filed at the Madras High Court in March 2018. The plan was later modified and in October 2022,
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1440-528: The Thaipusam festival. It forms a central part of the festival and symbolizes a form of debt bondage . Kavadi (meaning "burden" in Tamil) is a physical burden which consists of a semicircular piece of wood or steel which are bent and attached to a cross structure in its simplest form, that is balanced on the shoulders of the devotee. By bearing the Kavadi, the devotees implore Murugan for assistance, usually as
1485-423: The body including the piercing sites. Drumming and chanting of verses help the devotees enter a state of trance . Devotees usually prepare for the rituals by keeping clean, doing regular prayers, following a vegetarian diet and fasting while remaining celibate. They make pilgrimage with bare feet and dance along the route while bearing these burdens. Thai pusam is a major festival in the Murugan temples including
1530-774: The districts of Chennai, Thiruvallur, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu and Ranipet . The planning and development is overseen by the Chennai Metropolitan Development Authority (CMDA), a Tamil Nadu State Government organisation in charge of town in the region. CMA is divided into three zones – north, central and south. The State government had announced the formation of six satellite townships — Minjur covering 111 sq. kilometres, Thirumazhisai 34 sq. km., Chengalpattu 136 sq. km., Mamallapuram 123 sq. km., Kancheepuram 99 sq. km. and Tiruvallur 37 sq. km., through Government Orders (G.O.) issued in 2023. The CMDA regulates developments in
1575-637: The festival is celebrated at Sri Siva Subrahmanya Swami Temple in Nadi town and at the Sri Raj Mahamariamman Temple in Suva. In Indonesia, processions are Medan and Palani Andawer Temple , Aceh . At Medan, pilgrims accompany a hundred year old chariot locally known as Radhoo to Sri Mariamman Temple at Kampung Madras . In the US, the festival is celebrated in various Hindu temples across
1620-416: The heat generated by the sparks emanating from Shiva. Along with the armies of the devas, Murugan waged war on the asuras. Murugan split Surapadman into two with his vel and the two halves transformed into a mango tree and later into a peacock and a rooster. Murugan adopted the peacock as his mount and took the rooster as his flag . Thaipusam festival is celebrated to commemorate the victory of Murugan over
1665-473: The king had built a temple for the Lord in Kundrathur. The deity under the name Thiruvooraga Perumal takes the form similar to the one in Tirupati along with his consort Thiruvirundhavalli Thayar. The temple also hosts Andal Nachiyar , Rama , along with Sita and Lakshmana and Hanuman . Idols of Vaishnavite gurus - Ramanuja and Periyalvar are also present near the sanctum sanctorum. The chief priest of
1710-452: The metro area. In 1974, an area encompassing 1,189 km (459 sq mi) around the city was designated as the metropolitan area which was subsequently expanded to 5,904 km (2,280 sq mi) in 2022. Oxford Economics Global Cities Index 2024 ranked Chennai as the 4th best city in India and 472nd best city in the world. In 1974, the Madras metropolitan area comprised
1755-440: The metropolitan area was expanded to 5,904 km (2,280 sq mi). The metropolitan area consists of four municipal corporations ( Greater Chennai , Tambaram , Avadi , Kancheepuram ), 12 municipalities ( Arakkonam , Mangadu , Kundrathur , Poonamallee , Thiruverkadu , Thiruninravur , Tiruvallur , Tiruttani , Maraimalai Nagar , Chengalpattu , Ponneri , Guduvancheri ) and other smaller panchayats spread across
1800-630: The procession at Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple carrying milk pots and kavadis with spikes pierced on their body and proceeds towards Sri Thendayuthapani Temple . Thaipusam in Mauritius is celebrated with thousands of attendees taking the ritual 'Cavadee' from Kovil Montagne. In South Africa , Thaipusam Kavady is celebrated in Durban , Clairwood Shree Siva Soobramonior Temple in Cape Town and Shree Sivasubramaniar Alayam in Palm Ridge. At Fiji ,
1845-403: The same Shivling as "Kandleeshwarar" to which Lord Muruga performed his pooja. Parvati appears in the form of Nagai Mukha Valli. The temple has other deities including Lord Surya , Goddess Durga, Lord Bairava, the Navagrahas and Lord Chandiheshwara. There are idols of all 63 Nayanmars and special rock art on Kannappa Nayanar . This temple is located at the entrance of the town. The deity here
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1890-533: The sanctum sanctorum. Apart from them, the temple also houses Lord Vinayaka , Lord Dakshinamurthy , Lord Vishnu, Goddess Lakshmi , Goddess Saraswati , Lord Muruga with his consorts Valli and Deivayanai , Lord Brahma , Lord Chandiheshwara , Goddess Durga , Lord Bhairava , the Navagrahas and Lord Saneeshwaran . Idols of several Shaivaite gurus including Sekkizhar are seen. Devotees throng temple during Maha Shivaratri , Anna Abhishekam, Arudra Darishanam and other important religious occasions. The larger belief
1935-507: The temple is Sri Suresh and it follows the Vaikanasa Agama of Sri Vaishnavism . The months of Purattasi and Margazhi and Vaikunda Ekadasi are important occasions. The temple is simply known as Thirunageshwaram and it is regarded as a parihara sthalam for Rahu . It was built by the celebrated Shaivaite poet Sekkizhar where Lord Shiva appears in the form of Thiru Nageshwarar along with his consort Parvati as Kamakshi just outside
1980-405: Was constructed by King Kulothunga Chola II and its speciality lies in its sanctum sanctorum where Lord Muruga could be seen with only one of his consorts at a time though he appears with both. When viewed from one side he can be seen along with Valli while when viewed from the other side he could be seen with Deivayanai. The temple houses many deities including Lord Vinayaka, Lord Shiva, Lord Bairava,
2025-492: Was first defined in 1974. In July 2012, the CMDA suggested two options to the Government of Tamil Nadu for expanding the area with the first option including the whole of the Chennai , seven taluks each from Tiruvallur and Kancheepuram districts extending up to 4,459 km (1,722 sq mi) and the second option including the whole of Chennai, Tiruvallur and Kancheepuram districts and Arakkonam taluk extending to
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