The most popular village goddess in Tamil Nadu. Associated with rain, fertility, and diseases (especially smallpox). Her name means 'rain mother' or 'mother who kills (disease).' Worshipped to bring rain and cure diseases. Often associated with neem leaves, which have medicinal properties.
Fierce yet motherly. Seated on a lion. Holds trishula, fire pot, and neem leaves. Red or dark complexion. Sometimes depicted with seven pots (Sapta Kumbham). Wearing a crown. Often shown with a fierce expression to ward off diseases.