Kavachams Removed Traditionally

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n connection with the annual Jyesthabhishekam, the Swarna Kavacham (golden armor) which is adorned to Sri Malayappa Swamy, His consorts, Sridevi and Bhudevi were removed traditionally at Ranganayakula Mandapam on Tuesday.

 

Meanwhile, Jyestabhishekam is the special Abhishekam performed to the deities in the month of Jyesta. This is also known as Abhidheyaka Abhishekam. “Abhidheya” in sanskrit means to protect something from being damaged. This annual festival will be observed for three days in Tirumala temple from June 12 to 14. 

 

EO Sri AV Dharma Reddy, DyEO Sri Ramesh Babu, Peishkar Sri Srihari were also present.