Kandaiahpillai Parameskumar began to make garlands when he was ten year-old

Garland making has been my passion since my childhood. I learnt it from my parents, and want to continue. It gives me a satisfaction spiritually" says Kandaiahpillai Parameskumar ( 42)

Parameskumar uses fresh flowers, leaves and banana string to make garlands for temple purposes

The whole place smells the fragrance of fresh flowers

Garland making is an art according to Parameskumar

He earns Rs.3,000/= as a daily average income

He makes a garland in two minutes

Flowers are tidily tied to banana string

Garland making is competitive like any other business

He feels blessed to have chosen to be a garland maker to God

His garlands are decorating the idols in the temple including the main shrine called "Moolasthaanam

"Making garlands to God is very sacred. I am privileged to serve the God by making garlands" says Kandaiahpillai Parameskumar

A view of the Munneswaram temple at crack of dawn