The Fish Prasadam continues to draw tens of thousands of patients from across the country and abroad.
Hyderabad: The fish prasadam distribution at Nampally Exhibition Grounds will be on June 8, 9 this year, the organisers announced. The prasadam is known for providing relief from asthma and respiratory issues.
The Fish Prasadam continues to draw tens of thousands of patients from across the country and abroad. The ritual involves swallowing a live murrel fish, into whose mouth a secret herbal paste is inserted. According to the Goud family, the recipe was gifted to their ancestors by a saint in 1845, with strict instructions to offer it free of cost.
For many, this is more than medicine and it is a spiritual experience. The Gouds remain committed to the tradition despite the lack of scientific evidence and concerns raised by health professionals.
The medical community is left skeptical largely because there is no empirical scientific evidence backing the effectiveness of this treatment. Health officials advise the public to seek a qualified healthcare professional's advice rather than turning to unproven treatments in place of medically proven ones.
Still, the unwavering faith of attendees tells a different story. Testimonials flood in each year stories of breath regained, inhalers discarded, and lives changed. Whether it's faith, placebo, or something yet to be studied, the Hyderabad Fish Medicine continues to capture the imagination and trust of thousands.
This article is written by Prabhash Kumar, an intern from University of Hyderabad.
