On the eve of Makar Sankranti, a procession was carried out by south Indian community residing in Udaipur.

Organized by Shree Ayyappa Seva Sansthan, the colorful procession started from the Shree Ayyappa Mandir near Meera Girls College. Laden with traditional attire and playing music, the event is known as Makarvillaku-Pooja.

Female devotees including children took part in the process holding decorated tray with diyas on it, whereas men wearing traditional bands were leading the procession with tableaus and men dressed in the attire of Lord Shiva and Parvati.

Artists from Kerala were specially invited to take part in the procession which includes Shahikumar and group, Rajesh and Group, Shaji and Group etc.

Tomorrow on 14^th Jan, day of Makar Sankranti will be celebrated with series of pooja, hawan and various religious and social programs.