Hyderabad's 'fish prasadam' back after three years; thousands queue up for asthma cure

Thousands of people from various parts of the country gathered at the Nampally Exhibition ground in Hyderabad to get the famous 'fish prasadam', which is believed to cure asthma. The annual event returned after a three-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Here are some pictures from the 'fish prasadam' distribution event.

After a three-year hiatus, 'fish prasadam' distribution or 'fish medicine camp' returned to its pre-pandemic glory on June 9. Credit: PTI Photo

The event is organised by the Bathini Goud family claiming that the prasadam can cure asthma. A herbal paste, which contains a live Murrel fish, is given to thousands of people who believe it has medicinal properties and can cure respiratory ailments like asthma and bronchitis. Credit: PTI Photo

The Bathini Goud family claims that the fish travels down the throat and clears it, providing relief to the patients. Credit: PTI Photo

Thousands of patients from all age groups across the country throng to Hyderabad to take the fish medicine. Credit: PTI Photo

The annual event that takes place in Hyderabad on Mrigasira Karthi Day in June, witnesses scores of people in attendance from all parts of the country. Credit: PTI Photo

An Army jawan receives traditional fish 'prasadam' from a member of the Bathini family to get relief from respiratory problems at the Nampally Exhibition ground in Hyderabad. Credit: PTI Photo