Mangaluru: The Yelupatna Mogaveera Samyuktha Sabha (Kadri) organised a traditional Samudra Pooja (sea worship) at Thanneerbavi beach in Mangaluru on August 23, bringing together community members in a ceremony rooted in faith, tradition and the fishing heritage of coastal Karnataka.
Ceremony begins with prayers
The programme began with bhajana sankeertana, followed by a special puja to Goddess Mahalakshmi. Milk, fruits and other offerings were subsequently offered to the sea as part of the traditional worship.
The rituals were conducted under the guidance of Rajayogi Nirmalanath Ji Maharaj of Kadri Kadali Yogeshwar Mutt.
For generations, the Mogaveera community has observed Samudra Pooja at the beginning of the fishing season. The tradition reflects the community’s deep connection with the sea and its belief in seeking divine blessings and protection before venturing into the waters.
Community leaders join celebrations
Boluru Mogaveera Mahasabha vice-president Ranjan Kanchan and internationally renowned powerlifter Sadananda Amin of Kudroli were the chief guests at the event.
Sabha president Bolara Subhashchandra Kanchan welcomed the chief guests, village leaders and members of various communities. Speaking on the occasion, he highlighted the long-standing tradition of offering milk and fruits to Ganga Mata and conducting community sea worship before the fishing season.
The ceremony also brought together representatives from different villages and community organisations, reflecting the strong bonds that continue to sustain the coastal community’s traditions.
General secretary Yashwanth Boluru proposed the vote of thanks.
Office-bearers Suresh Suvarna of Neereshwalya, Shyamsundar Kanchan of Kudroli, Kadri Kshetra representative Narayana Kotyan of Bokkapatta, village leaders, representatives, community members and members of women’s associations were present.