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Hans India
06-08-2025
- Hans India
21-day Kanipakam Brahmotsavams to be held from August 27
Chittoor: Chittoor District Collector Sumit Kumar has directed officials to complete all arrangements for the annual Sri Kanipakam Varasiddhi Vinayaka Swamy Brahmotsavams, which will be held for 21 days from August 27 to September 16. Chairing a coordination meeting on Tuesday in Kanipakam with district officials, the Collector expressed the need for close collaboration among departments such as Revenue, Police, Panchayat Raj, Roads and Buildings, Health, and others. He informed that a coordination committee has been formed under the leadership of the temple Executive Officer to oversee all preparations. The Collector instructed that the temple premises and surroundings be thoroughly inspected for electrical and fire safety. He directed the R&B department to clear shrubs and bushes along the roads leading from Chittoor to Kanipakam to ensure smooth travel for devotees. Medical camps, ambulances, and experienced doctors will be arranged under the supervision of the District Medical and Health Officer. The DPO has been asked to ensure cleanliness in and around the temple, while mobile toilets and safe drinking water facilities will be made available. Major events during the Brahmotsavams include Vinayaka Chavithi on August 27, Rathotsavam on September 3, Pushpa Pallaki on September 13 and Teppotsavam on September 16. With large numbers of devotees expected, the Collector urged all departments to perform their duties meticulously to avoid any lapses. The SP stated that tight security arrangements will be implemented under a special DSP's supervision, with deployment of police personnel and home guards. Continuous monitoring through CCTV and drone cameras will be conducted, along with a 24/7 command control room. A total ban on alcohol sales and consumption in the temple surroundings will be enforced, with no liquor outlets permitted to operate after 8 pm. MLA Murali Mohan said the Brahmotsavams would be held on a grand scale, ensuring a spiritually fulfilling and hassle-free experience for devotees. He added that arrangements are being made in coordination with temple staff and 20 government departments, drawing on past experiences to improve this year's execution. Executive Officer K Penchala Kishore, festival coordinator Bujji Naidu, RDO Srinivasulu, DM&HO Dr DT Sudha Rani and several other officials were present at the meeting.
The Hindu
02-08-2025
- The Hindu
TTD gears up for Salakatla Brahmotsavams with tight security plans
In a preparatory meeting held at Annamaiah Bhavan on Saturday, TTD Chief Vigilance and Security Officer (CV&SO) K.V. Murali Krishna underscored the need for stringent security measures for the upcoming annual Salakatla Brahmotsavams, scheduled to commence on September 24. Drawing from past experiences, the meeting focused on key aspects including the deployment of advanced technology for continuous surveillance through the Common Command Control Room, and comprehensive bandobust arrangements—particularly during the visit of the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh for the presentation of Pattu Vastrams, as well as during major events like Garuda Vahanam, Rathotsavam, and Chakrasnanam. To facilitate a smooth darshan experience for devotees, the CV&SO instructed officials to meticulously plan gallery arrangements and streamline entry and exit routes. Anticipating heavy footfall and vehicular movement, he directed the Vigilance and Security departments to earmark exclusive parking zones to ease traffic congestion. TTD VGOs Ram Kumar, Surendra, and other senior officials were present at the meeting.
Hans India
30-06-2025
- Hans India
Traffic advisory issued for Balkampet Yellamma Kalyanam
Hyderabad: The Hyderabad City Traffic Police have issued a comprehensive traffic advisory in anticipation of the Balkampet Yellamma Kalyanam festival, which is scheduled to take place from 30 June to 2 July. The authorities expect a large congregation of devotees to attend the Kalyanotsavam on 1 July and the Rathotsavam on 2 July. According to the police, significant traffic congestion is expected in the streets surrounding the Yellamma Temple in Balkampet due to the influx of devotees and their vehicles. To minimise inconvenience to commuters, the police have advised motorists to take alternative routes and avoid movement towards the temple area. The traffic diversions will be in effect on both 1 and 2 July. Traffic from Green Lands, Matha Temple, and Satyam Theatre heading towards Fateh Nagar will be diverted at the SR Nagar 'T' Junction. Vehicles will be directed towards the SR Nagar Community Hall, Abhilasha Towers, B.K Guda X Road, and then straight towards Sriram Nagar X Road, leading to the Sanath Nagar or Fateh Nagar Road. Commuters travelling from the Fateh Nagar flyover towards Balkampet will not be permitted to proceed and will be diverted at the New Bridge towards Katta Maisamma Temple and Begumpet. Similarly, traffic from Green Lands, Bakul Apartments, and Food World will not be allowed to proceed towards Balkampet and will be diverted at the Food World X roads towards Sonabai Temple, Satyam Theater, and Maitrivanam or SR Nagar 'T' Junction. Motorists coming from Begumpet and Kattamaisamma Temple towards Balkampet will also be diverted. They will be directed towards Green Lands, Matha Temple, Satyam Theater, and the SR Nagar 'T' Junction before taking a left turn to the SR Nagar Community Hall. Additionally, all by-lanes and link roads from the SR Nagar 'T' Junction to Fateh Nagar will remain closed. Devotees attending the festival are requested to use designated parking areas only, including the R & B Office, GHMC ground, the roadside parking towards Nature Cure Hospital on Padma Shree Road, the area under the Fateh Nagar Railway bridge, and Nature Cure Hospital. The police have requested all commuters to cooperate and use alternative routes to reach their destinations. For emergency travel assistance and live traffic updates, commuters can contact the traffic helpline at 9010203626 or follow the Hyderabad Traffic Police on their social media platforms, including their Facebook page ( and Twitter handle (@HYDP).
The Hindu
09-06-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Devotees throng Govindaraja Swamy temple for Rathotsavam
Hundreds of devotees on Monday witnessed 'Rathotsavam', the chariot festival, on the eighth day of the annual Brahmotsavam at the Sri Govindaraja Swamy temple in Tirupati. The 'Rathotsavam' started at 6.15 am at the temple premises, passed through Karnala Street, Beri Street, and Gandhi Road, and returned to the temple's ratha mandapam. A large number of devotees pulled the chariot chanting the name of Lord Govinda. According to the priests, human body is like a chariot, soul is the owner, wisdom is the driver, mind is the reins, senses are the horses, and the rest everything is compared to the streets. In this way, they explained the philosophy in the chariot festival by saying that the physical body is different from the subtle body, as well as the soul. From 10.00 am to 12 noon, Snapana Tirumanjanam ceremony was held for the utsav idols of Sridevi, Bhudevi, Sri Govindaraja Swamy and Nammalwar with milk, curd, honey, sandalwood, and various fruit juices. Pedda Jeeyar Swamy, Chinna Jeeyar Swamy, officers from various departments of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD), and a large number of devotees participated in the Rathotsavam.
