Gopuram Kumkumum

Gopuram brand Kumkumum and Manjal are very popular. It is available in 2 gm and 5 gm sachets and small tin boxes. During festivals and functions it is very convenient to give along with thamboolam. I have heard that this company (Y.V. Seshachalam & Co) also sells other products related to temple and pooja. I greatly admire their product reach and the way they have identified and focused on a unique product segment.

The sachets are made of aluminum foil, colourfully, aesthetically designed. I have never opened one to see what is inside. If I receive it from somebody, at the next opportunity I would just give it to somebody else. I have even wondered and doubted what it would contain.

Two days ago, my neighbour gave me thamboolam for ugadi, along with the tinned version of the Manjal and Kumkumum.

For no known reason, this morning I felt like having a closer look at it. I decided to open it to see what is inside. It was such a tiny thin tin box. I was surprised that the lid was not taped with the box. The lid opened easily yet it was not loose either and didn’t come off on its own accord. The lid fitted so effortlessly, so well on to the box. I was amazed at the way the box and the lid are designed so perfectly well.

It was so satisfying to see the boxes packed firmly, full to the brim, with the product. The Manjal and Kumkumum powder didn’t spill outside. The manufacturer’s quality standard was visible even with this one parameter.

Both Manjal and Kumkumum smelled so good; the colour was so authentic. I felt ashamed that I even doubted the authenticity of these products.

Whether to trust or to doubt anything I create the supporting evidences/ arguments in my mind, using the same amount of energy. I felt when I don’t have any proof, when I don’t know for sure, to trust is a positive attitude.

I learnt a spiritual lesson. Thank you Gopuram Kumkumum and Manjal.