Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and Jana Sena Party chief Pawan Kalyan recently visited Madurai, Tamil Nadu, to attend the spiritual gathering "Murugan Bhakthargal Manadu." He was warmly welcomed by local BJP leaders and later visited several Murugan temples to offer special prayers.

As a chief guest at the Manadu, Pawan Kalyan made significant remarks about Hindu culture and his spiritual beliefs. He recalled visiting Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple at the age of 16 and shared that he used to go to school with vibhuti (sacred ash) on his forehead. He said he respects all religions but feels proud to be a Hindu.

After the event, Pawan posted a heartfelt message on social media, expressing his gratitude to the divine land of Madurai and Tamil Nadu, calling it the land of Goddess Meenakshi and Lord Murugan. He thanked every devotee who attended the event and praised Tamil Nadu as a role model in preserving spiritual and dharmic values. Photos and his tweet have now gone viral across platforms.