rspnetwork.in

6.8.22

Varalakshmi Vratam Held with Grandeur

Spiritual 5:01 AM

Sri Varalakshmi Vratham was celebrated with celestial grandeur at Tiruchanur on Friday.

One of the most important Hindu festivals, Varalakshmi Vratam was observed with aplomb as scores of devotees took part in the ritual held at Asthana Mandapam.

The processional deity of Goddess Padmavathi Devi, in all Her splendour, was seated on a colourfully decorated platform-Padma Peetham with varieties of flowers.

Starting with Viswaksena Aradhana followed by Punyahavachanam, Ammavaru Aradhana Anga Puja, Saharanamarchana, the priests recited Varalakshmi Astottaram and performed the Vratam by chanting the eight different forms of Goddess Lakshmi Devi (Asta Lakshmi) including Sri (Wealth), Bhu (Earth), Sarasvati (learning), Priti (love), Kirti (Fame), Santi (Peace), Tushti (Pleasure) and Pushti (Strength) and sought Her blessings for the prosperity of humanity. Grandhi Pooja was also performed.

The mass Vratam which started at 10am continued till 12 noon and it was a spectacle for the devotees who converged to witness the mightiness of Padmavathi in all Her divine charm, in dazzling jewels and colourful floral garlands and silk vastram. Later 12 types of Nivedyams and concluded Maha Mangala Harati.

Agama Advisor Sri Srinivasacharyulu, Archaka Sri Babu Swamy and their team splendidly carried out the Vratam.

Speaking on the occasion the JEO Sri Veerabrahmam said, after a gap of two years due to the Covid Pandemic, the fete was held with the devout participation. "In online we have released 1000 plus tickets and in current booking issued 550 tickets. Devotees participated with religious ecstasy. In the evening, the goddess Sri Padmavathi Devi will take a celestial ride on Swarna Ratham along the Mada streets between 6pm and 7pm", he added.

TTD Board members Dr C Bhaskar Reddy, Sri P Ashok Kumar, CVSO Sri Narasimha Kishore, DyEO Sri Lokanatham, Garden Deputy Director Sri Srinivasulu, VGOs Sri Manohar, Sri Bali Reddy, AEO Sri Prabhakar Reddy, Superintendents Sri Seshagiri, Smt Srivani, temple Inspector Sri Damodaram and others were present.

5.8.22

Bimbisaara Movie Success Celebrations

Events 6:03 PM

Srivari Salakatla Brahmotsavams From 27th Sep to 5th Oct

Spiritual 4:40 AM

The Srivari Salakatla (annual) Brahmotsavams will be conducted in a grand manner this year from September 27- October 5, and all the devotees who are participating in the mega religious event are requested to follow Covid protocols for their personal safety as well others, said TTD Chairman Sri YV Subba Reddy.

Addressing media persons after detailed discussions with TTD, district and police officials on the arrangements of ensuing Srivari annual Brahmotsavams at Annamaiah Bhavan in Tirumala on Thursday evening he briefed on some important measures. Excerpts:

* on the first day of annual fete on September 27, the Honourable CM of AP Sri YS Jaganmohan Reddy will present pattu vastrams to Sri Venkateswara Swamy on behalf of the state government.

* Prominent vahana sevas during the Brahmotsavams are - Garuda Vahana Seva on October 1, Swarna Ratham on October 2, Rathotsavam on October 4, Chakra Snanam on October 5.

* On first day due to Dwajarohanam event, the Pedda Sesha vahana will commence at 9pm but on all other days vahana sevas are scheduled between 8 am and 10 am in the mornings and 7pm to 9pm in the evenings.

* Giving priority to common devotees all privileged, SRIVANI, Rs. 300, Arjitha Sevas, VIP Break (except protocol VIPs) Darshans have been cancelled during these nine days and only Sarva Darshanam will remain operational.

* Elaborate arrangements are being made for the Garuda Seva as it fell on the second Saturday of Peratasi month, which is very special for the devotees from Tamilnadu.

* A buffer stock of 9 lakh laddus will be maintained.

* Since the annual fete is set to take place after two years due to covid Pandemic, heavy pilgrim rush is being anticipated. So it was directed to hold a series of meetings exclusively with special focus on accommodation, Annaprasadam, Traffic Management and Parking

* Adequate number of APSRTC buses deployed for devotees and particularly on Garuda Seva day more buses will be operated.

* As this year nearly 4-5 lakhs pilgrims are being expected for Garuda Seva, 20 thousand vehicles are also anticipated. But once the holding capacity of vehicles in Tirumala is completed, separate parking facilities will be arranged in Tirupati and devotees will be transported to Tirumala through RTC buses.

* To meet the pilgrim requirements German sheds will also be erected at some vital places with temporary wash room facilities

* As a safety measure on Garuda Seva day and next day the 2-wheelers movement on the Ghat roads will be stalled from 11pm of September 30 till 12 noon of October 2.

* The artists from Tribal, rural and backward areas will be given opportunities to perform before the vahana sevas this year to encourage their folk arts apart from inviting artistes from other states.

* 3500 Srivari Sevakulu will be invited to serve devotees during Brahmotsavams.

TTD EO Sri AV Dharma Reddy, District Collector Sri Venkatramana Reddy, JEOs Smt Sada Bhargavi, Sri Veerabrahmam, CVSO Sri Narasimha Kishore, district police and other officials were also present.

One Crore Donated

Spiritual 4:36 AM

The Celkon CMD Sri Y Guru has donated Rs. One crore to SV Annaprasadam Trust of TTD.

He has handed over the DD for the same amount to TTD EO Sri AV Dharma Reddy at Gokulam Rest House in Tirumala on Thursday.

All Set for Varalakshmi Vratam at Tiruchanoor Temple

Spiritual 4:33 AM

TTD has made all arrangements for the grand celebration of Sri Vara Lakshmi Vratam to be held both virtually and directly at the Sri Padmavati Ammavari temple, Tiruchanoor for the first time after the relaxation of covid restrictions.

TTD has set up colorful electrical lighting, variety of flower decorations at the temple Asthana Mandapam to highlight the festive grandeur.

Anticipating a large turnout of devotees special queue lines have been erected and the SVBC is also directed to provide a live telecast of the fete.

The holy Sri Vara Mahalakshmi Vratam will be conducted between 10 am and 12 noon on Friday. Thereafter at 6.00 pm in the evening, Sri Padmavati Ammavaru will bless devotees from the Swarna Ratham along the Mada streets.