Distribution Of Fish Prasadam Commenced 

Hyderabad, June 9 (Maxim News):  The Fish Prasadam which is being distributed freely to asthma and allergic patients on Mrigasira karthi day has commenced at Exhibition Grounds, Hyderabad today morning and it is expected to continue till Saturday morning. 

Owing to Covid scenario, the annual Fish Prasadam distribution, which draws large crowds, was not held for the last three years.  Scores of people with a belief that taking the fish prasadam on Mrigasira Karthi day helps combat respiratory ailments thronged the venue. 

The Bathini family which has been distributing the fish prasadam for the last 177 years said adequate amounts of prasadam have been kept ready to ensure everyone who comes to the venue, receives it.  “People from different faiths and from different parts of the country come and take the prasadam, a member of the family said. 

This prasadam is a fiercely guarded recipe of the Bathini family and is a yellow paste that is stuffed inside the mouth of a live mural fish.  This live fish is then swallowed without drinking water. 

Several families from different States including Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Maharashtra have been arriving at the venue for the last three days.  The city administration has made elaborate arrangements for the smooth conduct of the event and to ensure that those queuing up here do not face any problems.  Joining hands, several voluntary groups have arranged food and water for people at the venue. 

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