During the Thaipusam festival, devotees perform various rituals that include piercing their bodies with hooks and skewers as expressions of faith. They carry Kavadis—decorated structures—as offerings to the deity Murugan, demonstrating their devotion and seeking blessings. The festival involves acts of penance, prayers, and communal support, culminating in a procession that celebrates resilience, spiritual commitment, and the strength of the devotee's beliefs.