Silver Chariot during Thaipusam Procession at Batu Caves

This year (2015) it is the 125th year of Thaipusam celebrations at the Batu Caves. A silver chariot procession is held during the festival. The original silver chariot has undergone restoration this year. The official journey of the chariot is known as Vellotam. The journey is from Sri Subramaniar Swamy Temple in Batu Caves to the Sri Maha Mariamman Temple in Kuala Lumpur.

The silver chariot carries the murti of Muruga and his consorts Valli and Devayani.

The Star Online reports 

In conjunction with the 125th year of celebrating Thaipusam at Batu Caves this year, the silver chariot underwent a RM 150,000 upgrade.

It will make its maiden journey, called the vellotam, from the Sri Subramaniar Swamy Temple in Batu Caves to the Sri Maha Mariamman Temple in Kuala Lumpur on Jan 31 at 8pm. 

The silver chariot carrying Lord Muruga and his consorts Valli and Theivanai will head back to Batu Caves on Feb 1 at 10pm for the Thaipusam festival.