The Festival

Every year, on the seventh day of Ashaad ( in 2002 it falls on 22 June), it is said that the pool containing the uterus turns red for three days.While there is no scientific backing to the event ( many believe that lots of vermillion powder is poured into the water, which then turns red). The holy water is distributed by the priests among the pilgrims.

The temple remains closed for three days thereafter and on the fourth day its doors are re-opened to pilgrims with much fanfare.