Now, let's talk about the prohibition on cots. In Mailapur, the tradition of not using cots has been followed for centuries. It is believed that Mallayya and Goddess Turanga Devi bless devotees while sitting on a cot. In accordance with this belief, villagers, including those with disabilities and mothers with newborns, choose to sleep on the floor instead of risking the displeasure of the goddess.
The Lord Mallayya temple is situated amidst a cluster of boulders on a hillock in Mailapur village. Notably, Mallayya's two wives have their own dedicated temples. Turanga Devi is depicted seated on a cot, while the other wife, Mhalsa Devi, is portrayed in a sitting position. Sundays are of special significance as they are considered "the day that belongs to Mallayya," attracting thousands of devotees to the three-temple cluster. On Sundays, worshippers gather to fulfill their vows or take part in the first ceremonial haircut of children, making the temple complex a central hub for religious and communal activities.