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Over 20,000 Devotees Attend Sri Sivan Temple Consecration in Geylang East Amid Crowd Surge

by Shivashangkari Chandran
June 9, 2025
Image Source: The Straits Time

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In a display of devotion and tradition, over 20,000 devotees gathered at Sri Sivan Temple in Geylang East for its Maha Kumbhabishegam, or grand consecration ceremony, an event that not only marked a sacred milestone for one of Singapore’s oldest Hindu temples but also underscored the overwhelming faith and energy of the local Hindu community. The temple with roots dating back to 1868, opened its gates to devotees streaming in from all corners. 

A Sacred Milestone

A third consecration in the temple’s history was conducted by a procession of priests, who carried Kumbhams (sacred pots filled with sanctified water) to the temple’s rooftop. At precisely the appointed moment, they poured the water across 22 golden kalasams (pinnacles), marking the climax of the ritual and symbolically recharging the temple’s spiritual energy.

Image Source: The Straits Time

The event’s Guest of Honor, Minister K.Shanmugan, called the ceremony deeply significant, saying “This temple has a very special place in the heart of the Hindu community in Singapore”.

The temple, which underwent months of refurbishments ahead of the ceremony, now boasts restored sculptures, renovated deity sanctums, expanded prayer spaces, and an upgraded multi-purpose hall to accommodate a growing congregation.

Crowd Control Put to the Test

As spiritually uplifting as the event was, the amount of crowd led to challenging moments in crowd management. After the main ceremony ended around 11.30 am, thousands of devotees attempted to enter the sanctum for individual prayers, resulting in a dangerous surge near one of the tents.

Image Source: The Straits Time

Organizers and volunteers were seen advising in Tamil for the crowd to remain calm but at one point, barricades began to buckle under the pressure. Police were called to the scene, arriving around noon and helping to disperse the crowd safely within 45 minutes.

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Two children were pulled from the crush, given water and seats by the volunteers, and medics attended to at least one man, though no injuries were reported. A nurse from the site also shared that the pushing was terrible and they should have separated the queue for men, women, elderly and children.

HEB Responds

In a statement, the Hindu Endowments Board (HEB) acknowledged the crowd surge and stated it had “rendered assistance to a few who required it”. The board emphasized that the situation was swiftly brought under control and promised a thorough review of the incident.

“While this was an isolated occurrence amid an otherwise well-conducted ceremony, HEB remains committed to enhancing its crowd management protocols. We will draw on lessons from this experience to strengthen our preparations for future large scale events”.
A 48-Day Celebration Ahead

Despite the hiccup, the consecration marked the start of a 48-day spiritual celebration filled with daily prayers, rituals, and cultural programes, running from 9th June to 26 July. For the thousands who came to witness, and those who follow in the days to come, the ceremony stands as a powerful reminder of the enduring relevance of faith, tradition and community in Singapore.

Image Source: The Straits Time

As the sacred prayers that’s going on, and the temple’s Golden Kalasams shine bright, Sri Sivan Temple enters a new chapter, and devotees from all over the world should witness it.

Sources: The Straits Time

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