Why the shouts of ‘Vel, Vel’? The ‘Vel’ is a spear-like weapon carried by Lord Muruga. It is sharp and pointed at the tip, broad at its sides and deep/long at the handle. The Vel ...

Dindigul native arrested for stealing silver 'Vel' from Maruthamalai meditation hall, worth ₹4 lakh, ahead of temple consecration.

The vel is the weapon and auspicious symbol of Lord Muruga given to him by his mother Parvathi, according to Hindu mythology. Hundreds of devotees attended the event, which began in the morning ...