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2.11.24

Asthanam in Local Temples










In connection with Deepavali on Thursday, the traditional Asthanam was observed in all the local temples of TTD.


Among them, the Deepavali Asthanam was observed at Sri Govindaraja Swamy temple and Sri Kodandarama Swamy temple in Tirupati.

At Sri Govindaraja Swamy temple, the festival of lights were lit at all the sub-shrines of Sri Pundarikavalli Tayar, Parthasaradhi, Andal Ammavaru, Sri Kalyana Venkateswara Swamy Sannidhis after performing Asthanam.

While at Sri Kodanda Ramalayam new robes, Dosa Padi and ghee-filled mud lamps brought from Sri Govindaraja Swamy temple and offered to Sri Kodanda Rama.

TTD has cancelled Hanumanta Vahana Seva in Sri Kodanda Rama Swamy temple which is usually observed on the day of Amavasya, following Deepavali Asthanam.

Deputy EOs and other officials of the respective temples and others were present.

Special Festivals at Sri Kodanda Rama Swamy Vari Temple in November




The series of special events lined up at Sri Kodandarama Swamy Temple in Tirupati in the month of November. 


•  On all Saturdays of November viz. 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, the Abhishekam of the main deities of Sri Rama, Sita and Lakshmana will be held at 6 am, and in the evening the procession will be held followed by the Unjal Seva.

Devotees can participate in the abhishekam of the main deities by paying Rs. 20/-.

•  On November 15, the Ashtottara Shatakalashabhishekam will be held at 8.30 am on the occasion of the full moon day.  At 5.30 pm, the Tiruchi Utsavam will be held in the Maha streets of the temple followed by the Asthanam at 6.30 pm.

•  On November 20, on the occasion of Punarvasu Nakshatram, the Kalyanotsavam of Sri Sita Rama will be held at 11 am. Grihastas (two) can participate in this Kalyanotsavam by paying Rs.500/-. At 5.30 pm, the Tiruchi Utsavam will be held and in Sri Ramachandra Pushkarini, Unjal Seva will be held.

Processin of Ugra Srinivasa Murthy inTirumala on 13th Nov




The once-in-a-year event, the procession of Sri Ugra Srinivasa Murty in Tirumala on the auspicious occasion of Kaisika Dwadasi will take place on November 13.

About the unique idol:

Among the Pancha Beras(five types of idols), Ugra Srinivasa Murty is considered as the Snapana Beram. 

The idol of Sri Ugra Srinivasa Murthy was also known as Venkatatturaivar and stands for the anger aspect of the Lord.

Ugra Srinivasa was used as the processional deity in the good olden days.

SIGNIFICANCE

Immense importance is attached to the festival, which according to mythology is revered as one of the most important religious events in the Sri Vaishnava Kshetrams.

Legends say that the event arises out of Kaisika Puranam consisting of 82 slokas, a story which was told by Sri Varaha Swamy to Bhudevi. 

STORY OF NAMBADUVAN

A great devotee of the Lord, Sri Nambaduvan (also known as Satyamurthi) being confronted by a Brahma Rakshasa (Demon) on his way to the temple. 

This Rakshasa used to be a Brahmin by the name of Soma-Sharma. He committed some grave mistakes during a Yagam and was cursed to become a Brahma Rakshasa.

When Nambaduvan was traveling to the temple, a demon stops him to become his prey. After great persuasion, Nambaduvan tells the Rakshasa that he would return to be eaten by him after completing his annual offering of music to Nambi Perumal. 

The Rakshasa allows him to proceed to the temple. After singing songs in Kaisika Ragam, all night in front of the Lord, Nambaduvan comes back to Rakshasa to fulfill his promise.

At that time, Sri Mahavishnu, to testify the devotion and commitment of Nambaduvan, in the guise of an old man, stops him and asks him to take another route, to escape from becoming prey to the demon. 

Nambaduvan refuses to break his promise and proceeds to meet his death. The Demon was surprised at his honesty when he sees Nambaduvan coming to him. Later the truthfulness of Nambaduvan impresses Lord who offers him salvation also breaks the curse of Demon.

In view of this, in Tirumala, only on this day of Kaisika Dwadasi, Sri Venkatatturaivar, is taken out of the temple on a procession and that too before sunrise.  

WHY BEFORE SUNRISE

The reason is that in the 14th Century, there was huge fire accident in Tirumala when there was a procession of Sri Ugra Srinivasa Murthy (the anger form) as soon as the Sun rays fell on the idol. Since then the procession is being observed before the sunrise followed by Asthanam. 

ASTHANAM 

After the procession, Kaisika Dwadasi Asthanam to the deities will be observed inside the temple. The Vedic pundits read out the story from Kaisika Puranam during the temple court organized at Bangaru Vakili between 6am and 7:30am.

All Set for Homa Mahotsavams in Kapila Theertham




All is set to observe the month-long Karthika Homa Mahotsavams at Sri Kapileswara Swamy temple from November 2-December 1.


From November 2 to 4, first the Homa of Sri Ganapati Swami will be performed followed by the Homa of Sri Subramanya Swamy from November 5 to. Later the Homa of Sri Dakshinamurthy on November 8 and the Navagraha Homa will be held on November 9.

Similarly, from November 10 to 18, Sri Kamakshi Ammavari Homam (Chandi Homam), from November 19 to 29, Sri Kapileswara SwamyHomam (Rudra Homam), on November 30, Sri Kalabhairava Homam, on December 1, Sri Chandikeswara Homam will be observed followed by Trisulasanam and Panchamurtula Tiruveedhi Utsavam.

Grihastas (two persons) can participate on one-day homa with a ticket of Rs.500/- and beget an Uttariyam, a blouse piece.

Wearing traditional attire to participate in Homam is mandatory.

As part of Mahotsavam the sacred Kalyanotsavam of Sri Subramanya Swamy along with Sri Valli and Devasena will be held on November 7 and Kalyanotsavam of Sri Siva Parvati will also be held on November 29.

1.11.24

Tirumala





 

31.10.24

Wishes to Srivari Devotees on Festival of Lights - TTD Eo






TIRUMALA, 31 OCTOBER 2024: On the auspicious day of Deepavali, I wish all the Srivari Devotees present across the globe a bright life full of happiness and prosperity, said TTD EO Sri J Syamala Rao.


After taking part in Deepavali Asthanam, the EO speaking to the media outside the temple said, the traditional temple court was performed with utmost religious fervour inside Bangaru Vakili on Thursday on the occasion of the festival of lights.

He said the utsava deities of Sri Malayappa along with Sridevi and Bhudevi accompanied by Sri Vishwaksena were seated facing Garudalwar and the special rituals were performed by the priests in the presence of HH Sri Pedda Jeeyar Swamy and HH Sri Chinna Jeeyar Swamy of Tirumala.

After offering Rupaya Harati, the deities were offered Puja and Neivedyam. 

Later prasadams were distributed marking the completion of the event.

Chief Priests Sri Venugopala Deekshitulu, Sri Govindaraja Deekshitulu, Agama Advisor Sri Ramakrishna Deekshitulu, Mukhya Archaka Sri Kiran Swamy, Additional EO Sri Ch Venkaiah Chowdhary, CVSO Sri Sreedhar, DyEO Sri Lokanatham, Peishkar Sri Ramakrishna, Parupattedar Sri Subramanyam and others were present.

Purnahuti Held










The annual Pavitrotsavams at Sri Kalyana Venkateswara Swamy Temple was held on Wednesday in Srinivasa Mangapuram.


Temple officials, religious staff, Grihasta devotees participated.

Koil Alwar Held in Sri Kodanda Rama Swamy Vari Temple







The temple cleansing ritual Koil Alwar Tirumanjanam was held in Sri Kodandarama Swamy temple in Tirupati on Wednesday in connection with Deepavali Asthanam on October 31 in the temple.


As a part of this, the entire temple walls, roofs, ceilings, premises, utensils were cleansed with Parimalam by the temple staff.

DyEO Smt Nagaratna, VGO Smt Sada Lakshmi, other temple staff, and religious staff were also present.

On An Average Annaprasadam is Served to Around 2.5L in Both Tiruala and Tirupati






TTD SV Annaprasadam Trust has launched a one-day donation scheme to provide delicious and hygienic Annaprasadam to lakhs of devotees visiting Tirumala for Srivari Darshan.


Following are the highlights of the scheme..

* The donor should contribute Rs.44lakh towards One day full Annaprasadam  

* Similarly, donors can contribute to Rs.10 lakhs for morning breakfast, Rs.17 lakhs for the lunch and Rs.17 lakhs towards the dinner.

* The donor's name will be displayed in the Vengamamba Annaprasadam complex on the day and the donors shall also gets an opportunity to serve Annaprasadam for one day of their choice.

TTD is distributing Annaprasadam at Tirumala and Tirupati for the multitude of devotees. 

At Tirumala, apart from Matrusri Tarigonda Vengamamba Annaprasadam Complex (MTVAC), TTD serves Annaprasadam in Compartments of Vaikuntham Q Complex-1, 2, Outer Quelines, PAC-4 (Old Annaprasadam), PAC-2.

TTD also distributes Annaprasadam at the Food counters in Tirumala besides the Elderly and Disabled persons Waiting Complex, Rs.300/- Special Entrance Darshan Complex. While also provides beverages and distributes milk for children.

At Tirupati, Annaprasadam is being distributed at Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple, Srinivasam, Vishnunivasam Complexes, Ruia Hospital, SVIMS, SV Maternity Hospital, BIRRDS, SV Ayurvedic Hospital, Annaprasadam building in Tiruchanoor.

At present on an average Annaprasadam (including beverages and milk) is being served to around 2.5lakh in both Tirupati and Tirumala by TTD.

30.10.24

Srinivasa Kalyanams in Voerseas




Sri Srinivasa Kalyanams are scheduled to be performed on a grand scale in 13 cities across 8 countries in the UK, Ireland, and Europe during the months of November and December this year by TTD.


The event organizers Sri Surya Prakash Velaga and Sri Krishna Javaji from Germany, Frankfurt
have formally met the TTD EO Sri J Syamala Rao and invited him to participate in the series of celestial marriages.

They told the EO that the preparations are underway to conduct Srinivasa Kalyanams in 13 cities across 8 countries in the UK, Ireland, and Europe from  November 9 to December 21 by APNRTS in association with the TTD & local voluntary and cultural organizations in these countries.

TTD priests and Vedic pundits from Tirumala will conduct the rituals according to the Vaikhanasa Agama tradition. Local voluntary, cultural, and religious groups are making all necessary arrangements to facilitate the events.

Schedule of Srinivasa Kalyanams in the UK, Ireland, and Europe:
• Belfast, Ireland – November 09
• Dublin, Ireland – November 10
• Basingstoke, UK – November 16
• Eindhoven, Netherlands – November 17
• Hamburg, Germany – November 23
• Paris, France – November 24
• Warsaw, Poland –  November 30
• Stockholm, Sweden –  December 01
• Milton Keynes, UK –  December 07
• Gloucester, UK – December 08
• Frankfurt, Germany –  December 14
• Berlin, Germany – December 15
• Zurich, Switzerland – December 21

Pavitra Samarpana Held at SKVST










On the second day of the ongoing annual Pavitrotsavam at Sri Kalyana Venkateswara Swamy temple in Srinivasa Mangapuram holy Pavitra Samarpana fete was held amidst grand programs on Tuesday.


Besides others impressive Snapana Tirumanjanam was performed to the utsava idols.

In the evening Swami and ammavarlu will ride on Tiruchi along Mada streets and bless devotees.

Temple special grade Dyeo Smt Varalakshmi, AEO Sri Gopinath, Superintendent Sri Ramesh and Temple Inspector Sri Kiran Kumar Reddy and other officials were present.

Month-Long Karthika Mahotsavam at Sri Kapileswara Swmay Vari Temple From 2nd Nov to 1st Dec



TTD is organising month-long Karthika Homa Mahotsavams at Sri Kapileswara Swamy temple from November 2-December 1.


From November 2 to 4, first the Homa of Sri Ganapati Swami will be performed followed by the Homa of Sri Subramanya Swamy from November 5 to. Later the Homa of Sri Dakshinamurthy on November 8 and the Navagraha Homa will be held on November 9.

Similarly, from November 10 to 18, Sri Kamakshi Ammavari Homam (Chandi Homam), from November 19 to 29, Sri Kapileswara SwamyHomam (Rudra Homam), on November 30, Sri Kalabhairava Homam, on December 1, Sri Chandikeswara Homam will be observed followed by Trisulasanam and Panchamurtula Tiruveedhi Utsavam.

Grihastas (two persons) can participate on one day homa with a ticket of Rs.500/- and beget an Uttariyam, a blouse piece.

Wearing traditional attire to participate in Homam is mandatory.

As part of Mahotsavam the sacred Kalyanotsavam of Sri Subramanya Swamy along with Sri Valli and Devasena will be held on November 7 and Kalyanotsavam of Sri Siva Parvati will also be held on November 29.

TTD Eo Extends Deepavali Greetings




TTD EO Sri J Syamala Rao has conveyed his greetings to Srivari devotees across the world on the occasion of the Deepavali Festival on October 31.


He wished that the blessings of Sri Venkateswara Swamy be showered on all the devotees bringing them peace, health and prosperity.

Tender cum Auction of Mixed Rice

TTD is organising an auction cum tender sale on November 7 for mixed rice donated by devotees to Srivari temple and other TTD temples.



A total of 13,880 kgs of mixed rice is offered in the tender cum Auction.

Interested parties should submit a sealed tender with an EMD of ₹25,000 in name of the Executive Officer, TTD.

For more details, the interested persons are requested to contact  General Manager (Auctions) office during office hours on working days on 0877-2264429 or log onto TTD portal at www.tirumala.org.

29.10.24

Pavitrotsavams Commences







 

The annual Pavitrotsavams commenced on a grand religious note in Sri Kalyana Venkateswara Swamy temple on Monday.

Earlier during the day, Snapana Tirumanjanam was performed to the Utsava deities.

In the evening the deities will parade along the streets to bless the devotees.

Two devotees on payment Rs. 500 per ticket will be allowed to partcipate in this fete.

TTD has cancelled various arjita sevas in connection with this festival till October 30.

Special Grade DyEO Smt Varalakshmi, AEO Sri Gopinath and other temple staff were present.

Make Eleborate Arrangements for Tiruchanur Annual Brahmotsavams - TTD Eo





TTD EO Sri J.Syamala Rao has directed the officials to make elaborate arrangements to ensure against any inconvenience to the devotees coming for the annual Kartika Brahmotsavams of Sri Padmavati Temple at Tiruchanoor which is scheduled from November 28-December 4.

Reviewing the Brahmotsavam arrangements on Monday in the Conference Hall of the TTD Administrative Building he instructed the officials of all the departments to keeping the past experiences and work in coordination to organise the festival on the lines of Tirumala Srivari Brahmotsavams. 

The EO directed the concerned officials to complete the engineering works like drinking water, rangolis, queue lines , barricades etc. at the earliest. 

Among others the electrical decorations in the temple and surrounding areas, PA system and LED screens, the cultural,  religious, music programs under auspices of the Hindu Dharma Prachara Parishad at the Mahathi Kalakshetra, Annamacharya Kalamandiram, Ramachandra Pushkarini, Shilparam and Asthana Mandapam in Tirupati to attract the devotees. 

He asked officials to prepare a list of dance troupes from other states performing in Vahan seva.

He suggested attractive flower decorations in the Friday Gardens along with continuous distribution of Annaprasadam on the day of Panchmi Theertham days as well on Brahmotsavam days and trained staff should be deployed in vahana Sevas to monitor elephants, horses and bulls.

EO also ordered that sufficient temporary and mobile toilets should be set up, provide better sanitation. 

Doctors, paramedical staff along with ambulances and medicines should be kept ready to provide medical services to the devotees. 

TTD surveillance and security officials should coordinate with the local police and take up strong security arrangements. 

JEO Sri Veerabraham, Temple Deputy EO Sri Govindarajan and others were present.