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2 days ago
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Traditional Pallavotsavam observed at Tirumala
Tirumala: The traditional Pallavotsavam was observed in a religious manner in Tirumala on Monday. In connection with the birth anniversary celebrations of the Maharaja, of Mysore, TTD observes the traditional Pallavotsavam. Following the Sahasra Deepalankara Seva, Sri Malayappa Swamy along with Sridevi and Bhudevi were taken in a procession to the Karnataka choultry, where the representatives of the Mysore royal family offered traditional rituals to the deities. Subsequently, officials from the Karnataka State government and representatives of the Mysore royal family extended a formal welcome and performed a special Harathi to the deities. Special pujas were conducted, Naivedyam was presented and prasadam was distributed to devotees. TTD Chairman B R Naidu, Board members Janga Krishnamurthy and Naresh, temple Deputy EO Lokanatham, Peishkar Ramakrishna and other officials participated in the event.
Hans India
27-05-2025
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Grand Triveni Harathi huge draw of Pushkarulu
BHUPALAPALLY: As part of the Saraswati Pushkaralu celebrations, the highlight at Kaleshwaram has been the grand Saraswati Navaratna Mala Harathi performed at the Triveni Sangamam. To conduct the river Harathi with traditional precision, scholars were specially invited from Kashi. These priests from Kashi conducted the Harathi at the Triveni Sangamam every evening since the start of Pushkaralu, captivating devotees with the ritual. In Kashi's Ganga, one would usually have to witness the Harathi from boats floating over the water, but the geographical advantage in Kaleshwaram makes it different. The riverbank spans nearly 3 to 4 kilometers, leaving a vast sandy area, apart from the water flow, where devotees can stand freely and observe the Harathi without any additional cost. Both distinguished guests and general devotees gathered in large numbers to witness this sacred event, with the district collector Rahul Sharma making necessary arrangements for seamless viewing. Every night, the Harathi lasted for over an hour, keeping devotees enthralled and encouraging them to remain at Kaleshwaram. The enthusiasm is evident, as many devotees begin their journey back home only after experiencing the Harathi, demonstrating how deeply it has been embraced. On Sunday, Yogananda Saraswati Swamiji performed the Pushkara Snanam, marking the occasion with spiritual fervor. Minister Seethakka, MP Gaddam Vamsi Krishna, MLA Gandra Satyanarayana Rao, and CMO Secretary Srinivasa Raju.
