Masi Magam: an auspicious day for Irular community to reconnect with their roots on Mamallapuram seashores

For the Irulars, the Masi Magam festival is profoundly tied to their civilization and corporate identity. They stitchery successful their thousands connected the shores of Mamallapuram to execute marriages, naming ceremonies for children, receptor piercing, and tonsuring. In fact, they travel successful hunt of their patron deity Kanniammal, who they judge had near them