Kadiri Theru: AP's Massive Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Chariot Festival Attracts Millions

• Kadiri Theru Festival is a key event in Sri Khadri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy's Brahmotsavams, one of Andhra Pradesh's largest chariot festivals, weighing 120 tons.
• Millions of devotees from Andhra Pradesh and neighboring states like Karnataka, Telangana, and Tamil Nadu flock to the festival.
• A unique tradition dictates that the chariot only moves if pulled by members of the Boya Valmiki community from the Kutagula region.
• Devotees throw various fruits, including grapes, bananas, and peppers, onto the chariot as offerings, believing it brings merit.
• The chariot festival is the highlight of the ten-day Vasanthotsavams, celebrating the deity's manifestation after slaying Hiranyakashipu.