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Hans India
06-07-2025
- General
- Hans India
Devotees rush to Bhadrachalam temple for Ekadashi celebrations, to take two hours for darshans
The Bhadrachalam Ram Temple has witnessed an overwhelming turnout of devotees celebrating the first Ekadashi festival. Pilgrims from various regions have gathered in large numbers, eagerly awaiting their turn for darshan of the Lord. Since early this morning, devotees have been queuing patiently after the Suprabhata Seva, which commenced the day's festivities. Special pujas and an abhishekam for the main deities were performed, filling the temple premises with the vibrant chants of Sri Rama's name. Due to the surge in attendance, the waiting time for special darshan has extended to two hours, while free darshan is taking up to three hours. The atmosphere is one of devotion and reverence as hundreds continue to arrive throughout the day.
India Today
21-06-2025
- India Today
Tirumala Tirupati devotees warned against fake darshan tickets by agents
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has issued a stern warning against individuals and agents duping devotees by offering fake darshan and accommodation tickets for Lord Sri Venkateswara Swamy's temple in Tirumala. Chief Vigilance and Security Officer (CV\&SO), KV Muralikrishna, on Friday cautioned that strict legal action will be taken against those cheating pilgrims by providing them with fake darshan tickets for Sri Venkateswara a statement, he stated that in March this year, a case was registered at Tirumala Town Police Station based on the complaint of Kumari D Sangamitra, a medical student from Siddhartha Medical College, Vijayawada. She was allegedly cheated by Maddela Deepu Babu alias Sandeep and Pawan Kumar, who collected Rs 2.60 lakh from her promising Suprabhata Seva, Protocol Darshan, and accommodation further said that complaints are being received regarding certain agents collecting large sums of money from devotees claiming to book darshan tickets and special surveillance teams have been deployed to monitor such agents. "Vigilance staff will check the tickets of devotees during darshan. If any ticket is found to be fake, the devotee may face unnecessary problems. Hence, devotees are requested to be cautious," he said. Must Watch
News18
11-06-2025
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- News18
Tirumala's Divine Audit: The Spiritual Significance Of Hundi, Koluvu Rituals
Last Updated: At Tirumala, the hundi is opened and counted daily in a ritual called Koluvu Seva, symbolizing Lord Venkateswara's debt repayment to Kubera, emphasizing divine accountability. In most temples across India, offerings placed in the hundi (donation box) are counted weekly or monthly. But at Tirumala, the sacred abode of Lord Venkateswara, a divine practice of daily accountability sets this temple apart — the hundi is opened and counted every single day, in a spiritually significant ritual known as Koluvu Seva. This unique practice is not merely a matter of temple administration; it reflects a deeper spiritual philosophy of governance, responsibility, and divine transparency. The Myth Behind the Ritual: The Debt to Kubera As per ancient Hindu mythology, Lord Venkateswara borrowed 14 lakh Rammudra coins from Kubera, the god of wealth, to fund his celestial wedding with Goddess Padmavati. The divine transaction was witnessed by Lord Brahma and Lord Shiva. The Lord promised to repay this loan himself — a vow that is believed to continue even today, through the offerings of his devotees. Each day, the presentation of the hundi income is treated as a symbolic repayment of this sacred debt. This daily act is a reminder of the value of keeping one's word, the sanctity of commitments, and the importance of financial and spiritual integrity. Koluvu Seva: The Ritual of Divine Accountability Performed every morning following the main Suprabhata Seva, the Koluvu Seva is held at the Koluvu Mantapam, near the Bangaru Vakili (Golden Entrance) inside the sanctum complex. In this ritual, Lord Venkateswara is revered as Kubera Srinivasa, seated like a king overseeing the temple's operations. The Panchangam (Hindu almanac) for the day is first recited. Then, priests present a detailed report of the previous day's hundi income, temple expenses, and offerings made by devotees. Significantly, this information is not submitted to human administrators but offered directly to the deity — in a format reminiscent of a royal court briefing. The Koluvu Seva is not open to the public, but it remains one of the most spiritually symbolic daily services, blending devotion with governance. Hundi: A Sacred Channel of Devotion and Dharma Known as the Srivari Hundi or Srivari Koppera, this donation box is more than just a collection vessel — it represents a sacred channel for the devotees' faith, gratitude, vows, and sacrifices. Many devotees observe vows such as 'Niluvu Dopidi", wherein they donate all their possessions — money, jewellery, or gold — as an act of surrender or in fulfillment of a prayer. Offerings range from coins and currency to gold, silver, and other valuables. On average, the Tirumala temple collects between Rs 3 crore to Rs 4 crore in donations every day, with 12 to 14 hundis being filled daily. This reflects not only the unwavering devotion of millions but also the temple's commitment to meticulous, transparent financial management. A Model of Sacred Governance The Koluvu ritual is a rare and profound example of spiritual governance — where divine accountability is practiced as a daily ritual. By symbolically presenting the temple's income to Kubera each day, Tirumala sends a powerful message: devotion must be accompanied by discipline, transparency, and integrity. In a world often detached from ethical accountability, Tirumala's daily divine audit serves as a timeless lesson in responsibility — to God, to society, and to one's own conscience. First Published: June 11, 2025, 22:07 IST
Hans India
13-05-2025
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- Hans India
Patra Pushpa Yagam held at Kapileswara Swamy temple
Tirupati: The sacred Patra Pushpa Yagam was held with devotion at Sri Kapileswara Swamy Temple in Tirupati on Monday. The day began with Suprabhata Seva and Abhishekam to the chief deity, followed by a special Snapana Tirumanjanam to the Utsava idols of Sri Kapileswara Swamy and Sri Kamakshi Ammavaru using milk, curd, honey, sugarcane juice, coconut water, and other sacred items. From 10 AM to 12 noon, the Patra Pushpa Yagam was performed with a variety of leaves and flowers like Bilva, Tulasi, Rose, Jasmine, Champa, and others. Devotees from Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu donated 2 tons of leaves and 2 tons of flowers for the ritual. Temple priests said the ritual was performed as an act of repentance for any errors during regular worship services.
