Draupadi Amman Temple, Katterikuppam

Draupadi Amman Temple is a Hindu temple located in Katterikuppam village in Puducherry, India. Dedicated to Goddess Draupadi, revered as an incarnation of Shakti and consort of the Pandavas, the temple serves as an important local place of worship. It is known for its annual Theemithi fire-walking festival and Mahabharata-related traditions. The modest temple structure features typical South Indian elements and attracts devotees from surrounding villages and Puducherry town.

Visitors can expect a small to medium-sized South Indian village temple with a sanctum dedicated to Goddess Draupadi Amman, accompanied by shrines for associated deities. The premises include a pillared hall, temple courtyard and festival area used during annual celebrations. The surroundings are residential and rural, with a quiet devotional atmosphere on regular days and large gatherings during festival periods.