Thousands witness the Cauvery Theerthodbhava at Talacauvery

Thousands of devotees witness the sacred Cauvery Theerthodbhava at Talacauvery on Saturday evening. | Photo credit: Special arrangement

Thousands of devotees witnessed the sacred Theerthodbhava of the Cauvery at Talacauvery, the birthplace of the river, on Saturday evening.

The holy water emerged from the sacred Theerthakundike around 7.50 pm, on the occasion of the annual Theerthodbhava on the occasion of Tula Sankraman. A large number of devotees thronged the temple to witness the sacred moment and seek the blessings of Goddess Cauvery.

The temple premises echoed with Vedic chants as devotees prayed amidst religious fervour.

Kodagu District Chief Minister Prime Minister Narendra Swamy said he prayed to Goddess Cauvery to sustain all living beings and ensure prosperity in the entire state.

Describing Cauvery as Karnataka’s lifeline, he said the river is vital for agriculture, drinking water supply and livelihood. He added that thousands of farmers depended on its waters for irrigation.

AS Ponnanna, Political Secretary and MLA to the Chief Minister, said he prayed for good rainfall and a bountiful harvest to bring prosperity to the state.

MLA Mantar Gowda, Deputy Commissioner SJ Somashekar, Superintendent of Police RN Bindumani, Additional Deputy Commissioner Niranjan and other officials were present.

Published – 18 October 2026 18:50 IST