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4 injured as helium balloons explodeduring Velankanni festival in TN

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TNN29 Aug 2026, 05:16 pmUpdated 6h ago1 min readIndiaIndia

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4 injured as helium balloons explode during Velankanni festival in TN

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.

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Source: Times of India · TNN. Published 29 Aug 2026, 05:16 pm.

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