4 injured as helium balloons explode during Velankanni festival in TN
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Sat, 29 August 2026
1 report- Times of India17:16first to report
The annual feast of St. Mary's Nativity commenced in Velankanni with a flag hoisting ceremony. Four devotees sustained injuries when helium balloons exploded near the church. Thousands of devotees gathered for the event, which began with a procession. Special masses and a holy car procession are scheduled during the eleven-day celebration. Over a million devotees are expected to visit the shrine during this period.