Thousands Brave Torrential Rain to Witness Iconic Aanayoottu Ritual at Temple in Kerala’s Thrissur
INDIA, July 17, 2026 (The Hindu): Ignoring relentless monsoon rain, thousands of devotees thronged the Sree Vadakkunnathan Temple in Thrissur, Kerala, on Friday (July 17, 2026) to witness the annual Aanayoottu (feeding of elephants), turning this year’s ritual into a memorable rain feast. The skies seemed to mirror the spectacle below. As dark monsoon clouds gathered over the temple, 49…










