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Dhanurmasam Begins Tirumala, December 14 As per the TTD Panchangam, Dhanurmasam begins by 3.24 AM on December 16th and ends on January 14th , 2008. In view of Dhanurmasam, In place of Suprabhatham, Thiruppavai will be recited in the temple of Lord Sri Venkateswara, Tirumala. The Veda Parayanadars will recite Vishnu Shahasranamam in the early mornings around four mada streets during these days. Special programmes such as cultural programmes, religious discourses will be arranged at Asthanamandapam, Tirumala during Dhanurmasam by Dharma Prachara Parishad, TTDs.
PIC- e-darshan and e-booking of Lord Venkateswara The divine shrine of Lord Venkateswara has also been e-enabled for the benefit of lakhs of devotees landing here for his darahsn. The Tirumala Tirupati Dewasthanam's( TTD) have developed a Pilgrim Information Centre ( PIC) with the support of IT gaint HCL to keep the devotees informed about the sevas, darshan, travel and other amenities available a t the Tirumala and Tirupati on a 24x7 basis . The small centre nestled in the Administrative offices of the TTD is always buzzling with activity as they receive 1500 domestic calls during day and hundreds of overseas calls during nights . "They ask us about availability from three months to five years and also enquire about their DD's sent earlier and confirmation" says Raju, an executive of the PIC. The HCL has developed the technology and is also maintaining it free of cost for the TTD.Twentyeight executives including 18 women and four supervisors are trained to receive calls from all over the world and speak in English, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada and Hindi . The PIC has links with the Arjitha seva server on internet to get information on the devotees requests for darshan spread over five years. Centre head K B Srihari says that e-darshan is also made available gby offering them tickets for sevas after three days of booking upto 90 days . He says they offered information on all services including doantions, accomodation, sevas, travel and also tenders called for by the TTD. " This is an one window facility for all enquiries about the TTD's funcitoning " he says. The PIC also undertook netbooking of all requirements of the devotees online . "All the devotees hve to do on landing at Tirumala is to provide proff of their identity and get all the benefits for which they had already paid for ", he says. Once the payments is confirmed the TTD sent a confirmation letter to them to the address mentioned so that there is no ambiguity on their requests. "The e-darshan and PIC are two unique facilities offered on line by the TTD for the benefit of devotees who are busy and also come prepared for their visit to Tirupati "says K V Ramanachari, the Excecutive Oficer of TTD. It is now possible to make an e-booking of your darsham with the presiding deity of Lord Venkateswara just like you book your travel . All you have to do is to dial 0877- 22 77777 or 2233333 for instant information and bookings .
Tirumala - a paradise for pilgrims The hoarse cry of Govinda, Govinda reverberates the Sheshagiri Hills of Tirumala reminds every visitor that he was in the care of the Sri Venkateswara . Lakhs of pilgrims chant the Govinda mantra as they enter the abode of Sri Venkateswara .The mantra gives them energy to wait for hours for the darshan of the presiding deity of Tirumala and also stamina to come on foot trekking 3661 steps and nine kms from the Tirupati . The deity is hailed as Perumal down south , Srinivasa in West and Balaji in North . But for all he is the saviour from all difficulties and hardships and a messiah and savior . For the devout followers of Perumal alias Sri Venkateswara or Malayalappaswami across the globe , Tirumala is just the heaven on earth and for pilgrims across the country it is a paradise. The serpentine ghat roads surrounded by velvet green forests enchant the pilgrims who arrive in lakhs for the glimpse of Sri Venkateswara who blesses them to achieve their goals and gives boons to every one and all. or many just the darhsan of Sri Venkateswara is fulfillment of their life ambition and such devouts come all the way from parts of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka . “They do not seek rooms or prasadam but only the darshan of their beloved deity “ says Dr.A.V. Ramana Dikshitulu the chief priest of Tirumala .
Gold plating of Ananda Nilayam The historic dcision to gold plate the Ananda Nilayam, the sanctum santorum of the Tirumala temple will be implemented today.
Release of 12 sheet Calender- 2009
SPECIAL LECTURE ON DISPOSAL OF EXPLOSIVES TO TTD SECURITY WING
Tirupati 23 Dec (P.R.O) Sri Ram Mohan, Dy.Supdt of Police, Bomb disposal Squad, Hyderabad said that the Vigilance & Security staff should have knowledge on detection of explosives and protection of the organization and its devotees. On Tuesday morning, he gave special lecture with power point presentation on how to detect explosives and how to protect the devotees at SVETA Bhavan, Tirupati. He advised the staff to check vulnerable points properly and strengthen the soft locations in hard areas. He has shown aliperi incident to the staff about the ex- CM’s car bomb explosion. He has explained the effect of black RDX, RDX, and Types of bombs to the staff. He also suggested them to know the body language of every pilgrim during checking. Later he explained how to face the future attacks besides necessary security measures. Sri B.V.Ramana Kumar, C.V&S.O, Sri Siva Kumar Reddy, Addl C.V&S.O, Sri Bhuman, Director SVETA, nearly 700 security staff have attended the programme. Presentation of Idols of Lord Venkateswara to Girijans and Fishermen Community by TTD
14 th Convocation of S.V.Vedapatasala
Tirumala 19 Dec (P.R.O) The students of Vedapatasala have to follow and preserve our traditions told Sri Sri Sri Ranga Ramanuja Pedda Jeeyar Swamy of TTD. On the eve of the 14 th convocation of Vedapatasala, Dharmagiri, he blessed the students with his Anugraha Bashanam. Veda Sastra Agama Vidwat Sadas and other traditional programmes were conducted during his tenure as prinicipal he added. Later Sri D.K.Audikesavulu, Chairman, TTDs said that the 21 outgoing students will be given archaka/vedaparayanadar posts in TTDs local temples as apprenticeship. He declared that Gold medals will be given to all the outgoing students after completion of their course. He asked the officers to arrange more facilities to the students of Vedapatasala. He further said that in the ensuing days programmes would be conducted in co-ordination with all the vedapatasalas so as to bring the grandeur of this vedapatasala. Further, Sri K.V.Ramanachary, Executive Officer, TTDs suggested the students to work hard to enjoy the future. He told some examples quoting Sri Rama and Ravana for the good and bad qualities. Later the H.H.Pedda Jeeyar, Chairman, EO have distributed certificates, silver dollars to the students. 31 outgoing students have also received scholarship each Rs. 1, 24,270/- from the Chairman. Sri Vijayraghava Charyulu, Dharma Prachara Parishad, Sri K.Ramurthy, Principal, Sri C.Ramana, OSD, Teachers, students and their parents have participated in the programme.
Release of Baja Govindam Poster
Tirumala 12 Dec (P.R.O).Baja Govindam, a Bhagavannama Sankeerthana Yagnam will be conducted in all the temples of A.P on Jan 7 due to Vaikunta Ekadasi told Sri D.K.Audikesavulu Naidu, Chairman TTDs on Friday evening. He released the posters and pamphlets of Bhaja Govindam in the presence of H.H.Sri Ranga Ramanuja Pedda Jeeyar Swamy in front of Sri Vari Temple, Tirumala. Speaking on this occassion, the Chairman said that the TTD will distribute Srivari Mahaprasadam, Pusthaka Prasadam, Ammavari Sacred Kumkuma and Akshinthulu on that auspicious day. The Baja Govindam will be performed simultaneously in all the temples in A.P. He appealed the Baja Mandals, Srivari Sevaks and devotees to take part in the Baja Govindam voluntarily on that day.
Sri K.V.Ramanachary, Executive Officer, TTDs, Smt. Indira Reddy, TTD Board Member, Sri A.V.Dharma Reddy, Spl Officer, Sri VSB Koteswara Rao, Chief Engineer, Sri Siddiah, Umapathy, DyE.O's, Sri Chandrasekhar Reddy, S.E, Sri Ravi Prabhakara and Venkateswarlu, E.E's, TTD Employees union leaders have participated.
Kartheeka Deepam inside Srivari Temple
CHIEF MINISTER OF A.P VISIT TO TIRUMALA REPLICA TEMPLE AT KURNOOL
INAUGURATION OF TIRUMALA REPLICA TEMPLE AT KURNOOL
Kurnool 10 Dec (C.P.R.O) The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams Veda pundits and Archakas have conducted religious rites of 'punyavaha vachanam' 'vastu homam' and samprokshanam to Tirumala replica temple constructed at Kurnool exhibition grounds on the occasion of Tungabhadra Pushkarams from 5.30am to 6.15am on December,10. The TTD chairman Sri D.K. Audikesavulu, Endowments Minister Sri J. Ratnakara Rao, Sri M.A.Gaffor, Smt. Kotla Sujathamma, Smt. Gouru Charitha, Sri E.Ayyapu Reddy,ZP.chairman sri Labbi venkataswamy,and TTD Trust board member sri Sri Alluri subramanyam, and Sri Kale Yadaiah, District Collector Sri Mukesh Kumar Meena, Tirumala Spl Officer Sri. A.V.Dharma Reddy and Joint Collector Sri Venkatarami Reddy have paticipated in the religious programme conducted in the model temple and offered prayers to the Lord Venkateswara Swamy. Speaking on occasion, TTD Chairman said that the Devasthanam made elaborate arrangmments like conctruction of replica, arrangements of dharmic programmes, sales counters of Tirumala prasadams and publications on the occasion of the pushkarm for the benifit of the piligrams. He futher informed that the main objective of TTD is to Spread far wide the spiritual message of Lord Venkateswara and the hindu dharma. Later, the Chairman accompanied by wife took a holy dip in the sacred Tungabhadra river. He wished that the Lord Venkateswara and puskara swamy would bless all the people in the world with peace, prosperity and harmony. TTD officers Sri Seshadri, Sri. R.Prabhakar Reddy, Sri K.Rampulla Reddy, Sri Ramesh Reddy, Sri Srinivas, Sri Venkateswara Rao have paticipated in the programme.
Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Annual Pushpa Yagam
Tiruchanur 3 Dec (P.R.O) Pushpa Yagam was performed in Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple, Tiruchanur with admist religious fervour and vedic chantings for two hours from 5pm to 7pm. Nearly 4tonnes (11varities) of flower were used. Padmavathi Ammavari Kartheeka Brahmotsavam Concludes with Panchami Theertham
Tiruchanur 2 Dec (P.R.O) The nine-day Brahmotsavam of goddess Padmavathi came to a grand close with `Chakra Snanam' performed at the Tiruchanur temple tank here on Tuesday. The deity of Padmavathi was given a celestial bath on the banks of the tank `Padma Sarovaram', with water mixed with turmeric, sandal and other aromatic products. According to mythology, the goddess was born in a lotus flower in this very tank on `Kartheeka Panchami' day as per the almanac and hence the festival is called locally `Panchami Theertham'. Earlier, priests carried `Saarey' (a collection of a silk saree, turmeric, kumkum, bangles etc.) on elephant-back all the way from Tirumala temple to Tiruchanur. It is considered a birthday gift from Lord Venkateswara to His consort. Later, the deity of `Sudarsana Chakra' (sacred discus) was taken in a procession and given a holy dip in the Pushkarini amid chanting of hymns and to the beat of traditional percussion instruments. Sri Sri Sri Swaroopananda Swamy of Sarada Peetam, Vizag, TTD Chairman D.Audikesavalu, Executive Officer K.V.Ramanachary, TTD Board Members Smt. Indira Reddy, Sri Alluru Subramanyam, Sri Kale Yadaiah, Dr. Anjaiah, Sri Ch. Sathyanarayana, TTD JEO Sri Seshadhri, TTD Spl Officer Sri A.V.Dharma Reddy, , F.A&C.A.O Smt. Anitha Shah Akella, C.V&S.O Sri B.V.Ramana Kumar, Temple DyE.O Sri ChengalrayuluDist Supdt of Police Sri Laxmi Reddy also took a dip.
Padmavathi Ammavari Kartheeka Brahmotsavam- Rathotsavam
processional deity of Goddess padmavathi seated atop wooden chariot Tiruchanur 1 Dec (P.R.O) Thousands of devotees participated in the `Rathothsavam' as part of the annual Kartheeka Brahmotsavams at the Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple in Tiruchanur on Monday. They enthusiastically dragged the flower-decked wooden chariot, with the presiding deity, Goddess Padmavathi, seated in it, through the four Mada streets around the Pushkarini (temple tank). Earlier, at 5.30 a.m. the priests performed the sacrificial rituals to the chariot and brought out the deity in a procession to the `Ratha Mandapam,' the starting point of the chariot-ride. `Ratharohanam,' the process of seating the deity on the chariot was performed in the auspicious hours of `Tula Lagnam.' At 7.15 a.m., the officials signalled to the devotees to start pulling the huge rope connected to the chariot, and the gigantic vehicle slowly started rolling down the streets. TTD Trust Board Chairman Sri D.K.Audikesavaulu, TTD Executive Officer Sri K.V.Ramanachary, Joint Executive Officer Sri V.Seshadhri, Chief Engineer Sri VSB Koteswara Rao, C.V&S.O Sri B.V.Ramana Kumar, Addl C.V&S.O Sri Sivakumar Reddy, S.E Sri Ramesh Reddy, Temple DyE.O Sri Chengalrayulu were among those who led the chariot from the front.
Padmavathi Ammavari Kartheeka Brahmotsavam- Chandraprabha Vahanam
Padmavathi Ammavari Kartheeka Brahmotsavam- Suryaprabha Vahanam
Padmavathi Ammavari Kartheeka Brahmotsavam- Golden Chariot
Padmavathi Ammavari Kartheeka Brahmotsavam- Sarvabhoopala Vahanam
Padmavathi Ammavari Kartheeka Brahmotsavam- Gaja Vahanam
Review meeting on Vaikunta Ekadasi & January 1st arrangements
Tirumala 27 Nov (P.R.O) No passes will be issued for Srivari Darshan on January 1 and Vaikunta Ekadasi on January 7 told Sri K.V.Ramana Chary, Executive Officer., TTDs., on Thursday morning he conducted a review meeting on the arrangements for January 1 and Vaikunta Ekadasi at Annamaiah Bhavan, Tirumala. Speaking with media on the arrangements of Vaikunta Ekadasi and January 1st, he has informed that the Vigilance Officials will keep open both tollgates round the clock from December 19 th to 21st and December 30th to January 1st night for the convenience of the pilgrims besides deployment of sufficient Home guards, Scouts and guides for maintenance of crowd during the occasions. The CAO and other HODs will inspect both the footpaths and submit a detailed report on or before December 15th. He appealed the Govindamala devotees to have darshan of the Lord along with other devotees through VQC-II. There will be no special arrangements made for them. In view heavy rush of pilgrims on on New Year on January 1 st , Vaikunta Ekadasi on January 7th all the Arjitha Sevas are cancelled from December 31 to January 2 as well as on January 7 he told. As many number of pilgrims visit Tirumala during these days necessary arrangements like food, medical, transportation, accommodation, sanitation , water, electricity and other facilities will also be completed before December 15 th he added. ri A.V.Dharma Reddy, Spl Officer, Sri B.V.Ramana Kumar, C.V&S.O, Sri VSB Koteswara Rao, Chief Engineer, DyE.O’s Sri Prabhakara Reddy, Sri Siddiah, Sri Vasudevan, Smt. Chenchulakshmi, S.E Sri Chandrasekhar Reddy, and other officials of TTD, police have participated in the meeting. Padmavathi Ammavari Brahmotsavam- Simha Vahanam
Padmavathi Ammavari Brahmotsavam- Muthyapupandiri Vahanam
TTD TO CONSTRUCT MODEL TEMPLE AT KURNOOL ON THE OCCASION OF TUNGABHADRA PUSHKARAMS
Kurnool 25 Nov (P.R.O) TTD Special Officer Sri A.V.Dharma Reddy said that TTD would construct a replica of Tirumala Temple at Muncipal Exhibition grounds on the occasion of Tungabadhra Pushkarams which is scheduled to be held from Dec 10 at Kurnool for the benefit of large number pushkaram devotees. The Spl Officer and Kurnool Collector Sri Mukesh Kumar Meena reviewed pushkaram arrangements with TTD Officials and also Dist Officers at Kurnool Collecterate on Nov 25. Speaking on the occasion the TTD Spl Officer informed that every day during pushkaram period all sevas like Suprabatham, Archana, Tomala Seva and Sahasradeepalankara Seva will be conducted at the proposed model temple for the purpose of pilgrims in addition to Srivari Kalyanam which will be conducted at the same exhibition grounds on any one day during pushkaram period. He further said that cultural programmes by Annamacharya Project, Dasa Sahithya Project, Dharma Prachara Parishad and TTDs S.V.Music and Dance College besides dharmic lectures would also conduct at the specially erected stage beside the model temple. The prestigious laddu prasadam sales counter and TTD Publications sales counter will also be opened at the exhibition grounds, he added. The TTD Garden Department will arrange flower decoration to the Lord and TTD electrical department will provide decorative illumination at important points in the town. The Spl Officer also said that Annaprasadam and small laddus will also be distributed to the devotees. Later the TTDs Spl Officer, Dist Collector, Joint Collector Venkatram Reddy, Dist Officers and TTD Officials visited the exhibition grounds and discussed the issues relating to location of model temple, place for pilgrims, exit and entry points with senior engineers. TD Officers Sri K.Ramapulla Reddy, Sri Prabhakara Reddy, Sri Siddiah, Sri Medasani Mohan, Sri Ramesh Reddy, Sri Chandrasekhar Reddy, Sri Srinivas, Sri Sastry, Sri Seshadhri, Smt. Chenchu Lakshmi, Sri Vijayalakshmi and others were also present. Padmavathi Ammavari Kartheeka Brahmotsavam Begins
Tiruchanur 24 Nov (P.R.O) `Dwajarohanam' was performed on Monday Nov 24,2008 in the famous temple of Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple, signalling the commencement of the nine-day annual `Brahmotsavam' of Goddess Padmavathi. TTD Executive Officer Sri K.V.Ramanachary, TTD Board Members Sri Chavireddy Bhaskar Reddy, TTD Joint Executive Officer Sri V.Seshadhri, SplGr DyEO Sri Chengalrayulu and devotees witnessed the celestial function. Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Brahmotsavam- Ankurarpanam
Conduct of Laksha Kumkuma Archana
TTD Board Meeting
Tirumala 22 Nov (P.R.O) The TTD Trust Board under the chairmanship of Sri D.K.Audikesavalu Naidu at Annamaiah Bhavan, Tirumala have taken the following decisions on November 22.
TTD Executive Officer Sri K.V.Ramanachary, Secretary(Rev) Sri M.Veeerabhadraiah, Endowment Commissioner Sri Sundara Kumar, TTD Board Members Dr. Anjaiah, Sri Chavireddy Bhaskar Reddy, Sri Ch.Sathyanarayana, Sri Yadaiah, Smt. Indira Reddy, Sri Marri Rajasekhar, Sri P.Sambasiva Raju, Sri Alluru Subramanyam, TTD Spl Officer Sri A.V.Dharma Reddy, Joint Executive Officer Sri V.Seshadhri, DLO Sri Appa Rao, C.V&S.O Sri B.V.Ramana Kumar, Chief Engineer Sri VSB Koteswara Rao, F.A&C.A.O Smt. Anitha Shah Akella, DyE.O Sri Prabhakara Reddy were present.
27th Epic Study Exams- Prize Distribution Function
Tirupati, 20 Nov (P.R.O) The Epic study exams will be conducted even in the village level High schools in addition to Mandal Level Schools told Sri K.V.Ramanachary, Executive Officer TTDs. He attended as Chief Guest for the Prize Distribution programme at Mahathi on Nov 20 for the 27 th Epic Study examinations conducted by TTDs Dharma Prachara Parishad in all the Districts of AP. Speaking on the occasion he said that the parents and teachers of the children have a great responsibility in moulding them as good citizens. They have to teach the children about the values, Dharma, Devotion, and Patriotism. He quoted the examples of Sri Rama and other greatest personalities in the society to practice and save dharma and values. In order to protect Dharma and spread human values in the society, the TTD has been striving a lot with so many programmes and out of all, the epic study examinations will certainly help the students to build their characters in a positive way as good citizens he added. Sri Chavireddy Bhaskar Reddy, Member TTD Trust Board appealed the people to spread human values and Dharma in the society duly practicing themselves. Prof. Sudharshan Sarma, Vice- Chancellor of S.V.Vedic University stressed the role of teachers in making the children as followers of Dharma. Later Sri Chavireddy Bhaskar Reddy, TTD Board Member, Sri K.V.Ramanachary, Executive Officer, TTDs gave away state level prizes to the following students: Dharma Parichaya - 6th & 7th Class level 1st Prize - 5gms Gold Dollor & Rs 4000/- cash to K.Madhavi, 6th class, C.S.Raja High School, Bose Nagar, Rayachoti, Kadapa Dist. 2nd Prize - 5gms Gold Dollor & Rs. 3000/- cash M.Sreshta, 7th class, A.P.S.W.Residential School , Dharmavaram, Nizamabad Dist. 3rd Prize - 5gms Gold Dollor & Rs. 2000/- cash A. Rajyalakshmi, 6th class, A.P.Residential School, Vomarapalli, Srikakulam Dist. Dharma Pravesika - 8th, 9th & 10th Class level: 1st Prize - 10gms Silver Dollar & Rs.800/- cash to P.Hemalatha, 9th class, Sri Kondanda Ramaswamy High School , Tirupati, Chittoor Dist. 2nd Prize - 10gms Silver Dollar & Rs. 600/- cash to G.Rajitha, 8th class, Z.P.High School , Thakallapalli, Karimnagar Dist. 3rd Prize - 10gms Silver Dollar & Rs. 400/- cash to G.Anusha, 9th class, Govt High School, Santhamanguluru, Ongole, Prakasam Dist. TD Joint Executive Officer Sri V.Seshadhri, DPP Secretary Vijayaraghava Charayulu and students took part. Donation of Golden Kati and Vaikuntam Hastam to the Lord of Seven Hills
Sri Vari Annual Pushpa Yagam
Tirumala 06 Nov (C.P.R.O) The annual Pushpa Yaga Mahotsavam performed in the temple of Lord Sri Venkateswara on Nov 6. Snapana Tirumanjanam by 9am to 11am, Pushpa Yagam by 1pm to 5pm conducted in the Sampangi Prakaram. In the evening by 6.30pm after the completion of Sahasra Deepalankara Seva, the lord Malayappa Swamy along with His consorts taken out in to procession around four mada streets. In view of this Pushpa Yaga Mahotsavam on Nov 6, arjitha sevas such as Thomala, Archana, Kalyanotsavam, Unjal Seva, Brahmotsavam, and Vasanthotsavam besides Nijapada Sevas are cancelled. Kalyanamasthu held with Pomp and Gaiety
Hyderabad 02 Nov (C.P.R.O)After conducting 'Kalyanamastu', the mass marriage programme across the State thrice successfully, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) management conducted the fourth phase of mass marriages programme across Andhra Pradesh on the auspicious sumurtham between 10.55 hours and 11.10 hours in the Dhanur Langnam today. The programme performed at 294 constituencies at various TTD kalayanamandapams and prominent Hindu temples in a traditional manner by the priests simultaneously and scores of grooms tied the yellow scared thread around the neck of their respective brides when Mangalya dharna was performed in the auspicious hours of Dhanur Langnam across the state. The Kalyanamasthu programme is a historic event in the country told Sri N.D.Tiwari, the Governor of Andhra Pradesh. He has attended the 4 th phase of Kalyanamasthu programme at Lalitha Kala Thoranam in Hyderabad on November 2. Speaking on this occasion he said that marriage is a very solemn event, particular this mass marriage he added. He blessed all the 120 couples. Sri Y.S.Rajasekhar Reddy, Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh has blessed the couples. He said that’ I pray Lord Venkateswara Swamy to bless the couples with such, santhi and samruddi. The yellow thread, `mettelu' and `kankanaalu' were kept at the feet of the deity of Lord Venkateswara at Tirumala and Goddess Padmavathi at Tiruchanur temple before being dispatched to the venues across the state for the mega event. Sri vari dharshanam will be provided on free through cellar ticket to the newly couples along with their both parents. Sri D.Srinivas, PCC President, Hon’ble Ministers Sri Rosaiah, Sri Kasu Venkata Krishna Reddy, Sri Bandaru Dattatreya, BJP President, Hon’ble Judges, MLA’s, MP’s, MLC’s, large number of relatives of Brides and Bridegrooms have attended. Sri D.K.Audikesavulu Naidu, Chairman TTDs, Sri K.V.Ramanachary, E.O TTDs, Sri Ramesh Reddy, S.E TTDs, Sri B.V.Ramana Kumar, C.V&S.O TTDs have supervised the entire programme. Later delicious meals is arranged for all.
Geetha Govindam
Hyderabad 27 Oct (C.P.R.O) To become a perfect human being and inculcate good habits, values is possible by reading Bhagavad-Gita Gita told Sri K.Jana Reddy, Hon’ble Minister for Home, Govt of A.P. speaking on this occasion of Gita Govindam organized by TTD and Jail Dept. at Cherlapalli central Jail, he asked the prisoners to avoid frustration, anger and ego so as to lead a peaceful life in the society. He congratulated the TTD for organizing such a good programme. Later he distributed Sri Vari Laddu Prasadam as well as Bhagavad-Gita Gita books. Sri J.Rathnakar Rao, Minister for Endowments said that through reading Gita, one can respect our Indian culture, traditions and values. Sri D.K.Audikesavulu, Chairman said that TTDs main aim of this Gita Govindam is to change the negative attitude of the prisoners into positive way so as to realize they themselves the value of life in the society and how one should be useful to the family, society and the nation. He said that after release from prison, everyone can have the dharshan of the lord at Tirumala. He prayed the lord to shower his blessings on the prisoners. He also wished Diwali greetings to prisoners. TTD Executive Officer Sri K.V.Ramanachary, D.G (Jails) Sri Lokendra Sarma, TTDs C.V&S.O Sri B.V.Ramana Kumar, TTD Board Member Sri Kale Yadaiah, Jail officials and TTD Officials have participated. The local artists have enthralled the prisoners with annamacharya sankeerthanas. Similarly in the fourteen jails like Hyderabad , Warangal , Rajamundary, Kadapa, Vizag, Nellore , Ananthapur, Khammam, Nizamabad and Adilabad the TTD in coordination with the concerned jails officials have distributed Sri Vari Laddu Prasadam as well as Bhagavad Gita books to the prisoners. Replica of Sri Vari Temple near Aliperi
Procession of Kalyanamasthu Mangalasuthrams
Tirumala 25 Oct (C.P.R.O) The 4th phase of Kalyanamasthu procession - TTD Chairman Sri D.K.Audikesavulu Naidu accompanied by TTD E.O Sri K.V.Ramanachary and other Board Members carried the Mangalasuthrams, New clothes and Mettulu overhead from Bedi Anjaneya Swamy Temple to Tirumala Main Shrine. Later the wedding plate has been placed at the divine feet of the presiding diety of Lord Venkateswara for blessings. Later the same plate was taken on a procession to Asthana Mandapam. Speaking on the occassion the Chairman said Kalyanamasthu is a social religious programme which will boost the morale of Hindu Marriage system. He said the wedding sets wich have blessing of Lord Venkateswara would be distributed to the couples on Nov 2. TTD Board Members Sri Marri Rajasekhar, Sri Ch. Sathyanarayana, Sri Chavireddy Bhaskar Reddy, Sri Kale Yadaiah, Sri Alluru Subramanyam, TTDs Spl Officer Sri A.V.Dharma Reddy, DPP Secretary Sri Vijay Raghava charyulu,Chief Priest Sri Ramana Diksheetulu and others were present. Sri Vari Brahmotsavam concludes with Chakrasnanam
chakrasnanam Tirumala, 09 Oct (C.P.R.O) Devotees, who came from different parts of the country, took a `holy dip' in the `Srivari pushkarini' (temple tank) in connection with the `Chakrasnanam' observed on the concluding day (ninth day) of the `Brahmotsavam' on Thursday.
8th day of Sri Vari Annual Brahmotsavam – Rathotsavam
Tirumala, 08 Oct (C.P.R.O) Rathotsavam on the eighth day morning of srivari annual brahmotsavam can be considered the climax of the nine-day festival. On this day the Lord and His consorts go round the temple streets on beautifully decorated ratha or chariot. Chariots were used in our country from very ancient days and many silpa texts elaborately6 describe construction of various types of chariots. Rathas or chariots in which kings and military generals traveled were drawn by horses. In the Mahabharata we find that rathas were indispensable during wars and they often determined the victory or defeat in a battle. Here Lord Srinvasa is the invincible king who Lords over all the universe. Therefore, His procession on a chariot is a reminder of His omnipotence and undiminishing splendour. Rathastham kesavam drashvra punarjanma na vidyate, one who has the darsan of Kesava i.e., Lord Narayana, seated on ratha is freed from rebirth. There is no doubt that one who worships Lord Venkateswara seated on ratha will receive His abundant Grace, relieving the tedium of being born again and again. In philosophical parlance, ratha is compar4ed to physical body while atma to rathi, the charioteer. An integrated life is possible only when body and soul are properly coordinated. If this concept is stretched a little further, we may find comparison of jiva to a ratha and rathi or charioteer to Paramatma. A jiva reaches the goal of self-realisation only when it acts according to the will of God. Hon’ble Ministers Sri Jana Reddy, Sri J.Rathanakara Rao, Dist Collector Sri Ravichandra, TTD Chairman Sri D.K.Audikesavulu Naidu, TTD E.O Sri K.V.Ramanachary, TTD Board Members Sri Yadaiah, Sri Ch. Sathyanarayana, Smt. Indira Reddy, Sri Gattu Subramanyam, Dr. Anjaiah, TTDs Spl Officer Sri A.V.Dharma Reddy, TTD JEO Sri V.Seshadhri, DyE.O’s Sri Prabhakara Reddy, Sri Siddiah, Dist Supdt of Police Sri Lakshmi Reddy, C.V&S.O Sri B.V.Ramana Kumar and others took part.
7th day of Sri Vari Annual Brahmotsavam –Chandraprabha Vahanam
Tirumala, 07 Oct (C.P.R.O) On the 7th day night of Srivari Annual Brahmotsavams Lord Sri Malayappa Swamy carried on Chandra Prabha Vahanam. If the Sun is fiery hot, the Moon is cool and refreshing. Hence the glowing lustre of the Suryaprabha Vahanam is complimented by the lambent aura of the Chandraprabha vahanam. Lord Krishna states that He is moon among stars. Besides, the Lord nourishes all herbs by becoming the sapful moon (Gita 15 : 13). Similarly, the Lord of Seven Hills is the Coolest refuge for His devotees. The soft cool rays of His mercy radiate externally from the golden hills of Tirumala. On seeing the Lord seated on Chandraprabha Vahanam, the devotees feel refreshed. According to the ancient poetic concept the Moon's presence gives joy to the entire world. It creates a heightened feeling of peace and tranquility. That being so, how much peace and serenity would pervade on witnessing the Lord's procession on Chandraprabha Vahanam.
7th day of Sri Vari Annual Brahmotsavam –Suryaprabha Vahanam
procession of Suryaprabha Vahanam Tirumala, 07 Oct (C.P.R.O) On 7 th day of Srivari Annula Brahmostavam Lord Malayappa Mounted on Suryaprabha Vahanam around four mada streets in Tirumala and blessed thousands of pilgrims. The Sun is considered the cosmic effulgence that gives light and heat to us. It is the brightest star in the solar system and is deified by people from a very ancient period. The Sun is worshipped as one who cures illness, gives energy and controls climate. Hence, propitiation of the Sun god for good health and bumper harvest became part and parcel of our religious practices. Without the Sun, life on earth will be impossible. When the Sun god is displeased, natural calamities occur and plant and animal life withers. According to the Puranas, Lord Sriman Narayana is the presiding deity of the Surya mandala. The Sun god is invoked by chanting the famous Gayatri mantra at sunrise in order to ward off evil and for enlightenment. In the Samaveda, the vedic rishi proclaims that Surya is light and light is Surya. In a beautiful hymn in the Rig veda Surya is called the Eternal law. The procession of Lord Srinivasa on Suryaprabha Vahanam reiterates the Lord's supremacy, being the controller of all that is moving and unmoving. The worship of the Lord on Suryaprabha vahanamis likened to the worship of Lord Narayana in the orb of the Sun. Endowment Minister Sri J.Rathnakara Rao, TTD Chairman Sri D.K.Audikesavulu Naidu, Dist Collector Sri Ravichandra, TTD E.O Sri K.V.Ramanachary, TTD Board Members Sri Ch.Sathyanarayana, Sri Yadaiah, Dr. Anjaiah, TTDs Spl Officer Sri A.V.Dharma Reddy, TTDs DyE.O’s Sri Prabhakara Reddy, Sri Siddiah, Sri Umpathy, Temple Peishkar Sri Ramakrishna Varma, Potu Peishkar Sri Murali, SVETA Direcotor Sri Bhuman and devotees took part.
6th day of Sri Vari Annual Brahmotsavam –GajaVahanam
Tirumala, 06 Oct (C.P.R.O)In the evening of the sixth day of Srivari Brahmotsavam at tirumala, Lord Venkateswara enthralls the devotees on the Gaja Vahanam. Elephant as been a vehicle of the Tirumala deity from time immemorial . Elephant as a vehicle is a symbol of wealth of not only the rich but also of the deities of prominent temples in the country .The wealth of Lord Venkateswara Tirumala is wellknown as he is said to be the Kanchana brahma , the one who heard the tinkling of coins trickling into his Hundi every day in thousands and lakhs . Gaja is representing Iravata- he four ivory teethed elephant which was one of the products of the Mandira parvatam mathanam by Adishesha, says Dr.A.V.Ramana Dikshitulu ,the chief priest of Tirumala temple . The procession of Lord Venkateswara well decorated with jewellery of pearls, diamonds and other precious stones atop the Elephant chariot is a celestial sight for all of his devotees though the presence of the elephant corps of the Temple behind the chariots on all days of the Brahmotsavam is well known . The mythological lore of Gajendra Moksha of how Lord Vishnu descended to rescue the Gajendra whose feet was caught by the crocodiles. Thus Gajendra concept occupies a dominant position in the realm of ones surrendering to Lord Venkateswara and seeking his blessing as part of repentance. As contemporary Vedic exponent Geetacharya says “Sava Dharmana Parityajya Ma mekam Sharanam Vraja” , is the message of repentance for devotees to surrender themselves in service of Lord Venkateswara . The TTD has organized special seating arrangements along the four mada streets to enable thousands of people to sit around the temple and witness the procession which lasted several hours in the evenings of Brahmotsavam every day. TTD Chairman Sri D.KAudikesavulu, TTD E.O Sri K.V.Ramanachary, TTD Board Members Sri Yadaiah, Dr. Anjaiah, Smt. Indira Reddy, TTDs Spl Officer Sri A.V.Dharma Reddy, F.A&C.A.O Smt. Anitha Shah Akella, SVETA Director Sri Bhuman, Dist Collector Sri Ravichandra and devotees took part.
Procession of Golden Chariot in connection with Sri Vari Brahmotsavam
5th day of Sri Vari Annual Brahmotsavam –Hanumantha Vahanam
Tirumala, 06 Oct (C.P.R.O) On the sixth day of Srivari Brahmotsavam, the presiding deity of Tirumala gives his darshan to his devout followers on the Hanuman Vahanam. Hanuman is considered one of the top devotees of Lord Vishnu in one of his avatars as Lord Rama. He is also hailed as an exponent of all four Vedas, Nava vyakarana pundit and destroyer of Laka . Hanuman is considered as an embodiment of Wisdom, Muscle power, Victory, Braveness, health, over active, fearless and common sense. One of the hillocks on the Tirumala hill range is also named as Anjanadri. Known as a vary putra of Anjana born out of power of ‘tapas’, Hanuman. As one ardent devotee who carried Sri Rama on his shoulders, Hanumans association with Lord Venkateswara, an incarnation of Lord Rama is nothing unsual .It is said that Lord Sri Rama had taught the secrets of Atma Tatva his most loyal disciple, Hanuman . The Sita Ramanjaneya Samvadam is the basic theme of a Telugu poetry of yester years. Thus the darshan of Lord Venkateswara along with Hanuman is considered not only auspicious but also as an high intellectual association. “ The appearance of both Lord Rama and Hanuman is said to inspire the pundits for an extensive exploration of Vedic scriptures and promote righteous life style “ says Dr. A.V . Ramana Maharshi, the chief priest of TTD. Hanuman is also described as Bhavishyat Brahma for his blessings and acts denote a special and spiritual path for everyone to abide to lead a peaceful and prosperous livelihood. The TTD has organized special seating arrangements along the four mada streets to enable thousands of people to sit around the temple and witness the procession which lasted several hours in the evenings of Brahmotsavam every day. TTD Chairman Sri D.K.Audikesavulu Naidu, TTD E.O Sri K.V.Ramanachary, TTD Board Members Dr. Anjaiah, Smt. Indira Reddy, TTDs Spl Officer Sri A.V.Dharma Reddy, C.V&S.O Sri B.V.Ramana Kumar, TTD Officials and devotees took part.
5th day of Sri Vari Annual Brahmotsavam – Garuda Vahanam
Tirumala, 05 Oct (C.P.R.O) The Garuda Vahanam on the sixth day of the Srivari Brahmotsavam is considered the most significant of all events in the festival . Garuda or the Eagle is the main and daily vehicle of Lord Vishnu . Besides being the daily transport , Garuda also said to sit atop the Dwajam on the day of Dwajarohanam ( inauguration of Brahmotsavam ) and heralded the event and invited all the Devatas for the event on earth . As the Key watcher of happenings around Lord Vishni , Garuda also supervises the course of the entire Srivari Brahmotsavam , say the legends . On the day of Garudotsavam , the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh presented the official honours to the presiding deity of Lord Venkateswara. Similarly traditional gifts of Tulasi garlands from Puttur temple and the decorated umbrellas from Chenna patnam were also presented to the deity on that day . Garuda finds mention in all the puranas and scriptures of mythological period.Garuda seva is prominent in 108 countries around the globe including the Asian and South Asian countries . Large crowds from Tirupathi and other towns of the district besides the far off towns and distant cities and also overseas land up in Tirumala for the distinct Garudaseva event . " The darshan of Lord Venkateswara on Garuda vahanam is very auspicious and fulfill all desires of the devotees " says Dr.A.V.Ramana Dikshitulu , chief preist of Tirupati . Garuda functions as a servant, friend, life supporter, insignia , flag of lord Venkateswara's vehicle . " Garuda is the most respected and most sought after follower of Lord Vishnu , and the only one described in puranas as one who could flight at the speed of light " says Dikshitulu . The TTD has organized special seating arrangements along the four mada streets to enable thousands of people to sit around the temple and witness the procession which lasted several hours in the evenings of Brahmotsavam every day. The event is broadcast by the Sri Venkateswara Bhakti channel which has set up live coverage of the event with its state of art equipment to give a glimpse of the Brahmotsvam event to lakhs of devotees all over the world.
5th day of Sri Vari Annual Brahmotsavam – Mohini Avatharam
Tirumala, 05 Oct (C.P.R.O) On the fifth day of Srivari Brahmotsavam Lord Venkateswara stuns his devotees by appearing as a dazzling Mohini and alives up to his reputation as an “alankara priyudu ( well dressed and be-jewelled handsome personality ). At the same Lord Venkateswara appears as a child Srikrishna before his countless devotees on a pallaki ( palanquin ) made of Ivory and Rose wood presented to the Temple by the erstwhile Maharaja of Mysore . As legends put it his appearance as bejeweled Mohini puts puts the Asura’s in confusion and wins the celestial battle in favour of the Devatas . The objective of the Mohini avatar is said to be to depict that the entire universe is spell bound under the Maya Mohini and that the Lord of Tirumala is the king pin and architect of this high drama in the universe. The superb decoration of the idol baffles even young damsels wondering at richness of the jewels and also the beauty of the utsava idol of Mohini. The devout say that by appearing as Mohini during the Srivari Brahmotsavam the Lord had sent a message that the entire universe was a creation of his Maya and those who do not worship him were also hypnotized under the spell of his Mohini avatar to become his followers . “ It is a pleasant surprise to see Srivaru decked up as Mohini and riding in a bright white palanquin made of silver and ivory “ says Dr. A V Ramana Dikshitulu , head priest of TTD. The superbly carved palanquin highlighted the beauty of Mohini who cast her spell on non believers and made them her ardent disciples. The TTD has organized special seating arrangements along the four mada streets to enable thousands of people to sit around the temple and witness the procession which lasted several hours in the evenings of Brahmotsavam every day. The event is broadcast by the Sri Venkateswara Bhakti channel which has set up live coverage of the event with its state of art equipment to give a glimpse of the Brahmotsvam event to lakhs of devotees all over the world. TTD E.O Sri K.V.Ramanachary, TTDs Spl Officer Sri A.V.Dharma Reddy, TTD Board Members Dr. Anjaiah, Sri Ch.Sathyanarayana, DyE.O’s Sri Siddiah, Sri Prabhakara Reddy, SVETA Director Sri Bhuman and others took part.
4th day of Sri Vari Annual Brahmotsavam – Sarvabhoopala Vahanam
Tirumala, 04 Oct (C.P.R.O) The Srivari Brahmotsavam the Malayalappa swamy alias Lord Venkateswara presents himself as the king of kings to his devotees who throng Tirumala on the Sarva bhoopala Vahanam. Sarva bhoopala means the Devas in charge of the earth, water and air become the pall bearers of his vehicle . Along with the Sarva Bhoopalas, the Dikpala’s of East-West and South-North etc also join in his service. “The objective is to display that all the Dikpalas of the universe were not just under the control of Lord venkateswara but also that there was no chance for misuse of office by them under his diligent vigilance and directions “ says Dr.A.V.Ramana Dikshitulu , chief priest of Tirumala Temple . They are listed in the legends of Tirumala as – Indra ( East ), Agni ( south-east) , Yama ( god of death on the South ), Niruti ( North –East) , Varuna on ( West), Vayu ( south-west) and Kubera ( god of wealth on North ) and Parameswara on ( North-west) . They are termed as Asta Dikpala’s who all are all in the service of Lord Venkateswara and work under his command. The message that comes out of this event of Sarva Bhoopala Vahanam- is to indicate that Lord Venkateswara controlled the entire universe , the Dikpala’ and also Sarva Bhupala were managed by him to ensure that the people benefited and prospered with timely rains and course of the activities by all the elements that encompassed the universe. The TTD has organized special seating arrangements along the four mada streets to enable thousands of people to sit around the temple and witness the procession which lasted several hours in the evenings of Brahmotsavam every day. Lord Malayappaswamy of KalpavrukshaVahanam
Tirumala, 04 Oct (C.P.R.O)On the fourth day of Srivari Brahmotsavam, Lord Venkateswara adorns the role of Kalpa Vruksha to bless his devotees with their sought after desires for which they vow to serve and worship him . He rides on the Kalpa Vruksha vahanam and goes around the four mada streets around the temple giving darshan to thousands of people who come for witnessing the Srivari Brahmotsavam. Legend says that Kalpa Vruksha was one of the elements what erupted when the Adisesha placed his vice grip on the Mandara Mountain where the Deva- Asuras tried to steal the Amrutam (celestial liquid). All those who took shelter under Kalpa vruksha did not have problems of starvation and poverty, says the classic literature of Srimad Bhagavatham. The use of Kalpa Vruksha vahanam by Lord Venkateswara also denotes the importance given to environment, greenery and promotion of forests and cleans and pollution free atmosphere even in the days of Vedas and mythology." Many mythological literature also hail Lord Venkateswara as a 'Kalpa Vruksha" as he blessed every devotee with boons sought by them " says Ramana Dikshitulu, chief preist of TTD. The Kalpa Vruksha Vahanam of Lord Venkateswara is a magnificent sight of greenery as it is adorned with not only Kalpa Vruksha but also with the elements of Kamadhenu and Chintamani who are also known granting all boons to their devotees indicating that he was embodiment of all the three The TTD has organized special seating arrangements along the four mada streets to enable thousands of people to sit around the temple and witness the procession which lasted several hours in the evenings of Brahmotsavam every day. The event is broadcast by the Sri Venkateswara Bhakti channel which has set up live coverage of the event with its state of art equipment to give a glimpse of the Brahmotsvam event to lakhs of devotees all over the world. Lord Malayappaswamy of Muthyapu Pandiri Vahanam
Tirumala, 03 Oct (C.P.R.O)Lord Venkateswara appears before his devotees on the third day of the Srivari Brahmotsavam on a vehicle decorated with prices less and resplendent white pearls which denoted peace and patience . Legend says that pearls , a produce of sea, is formed when the dew and rain drops into pearl chip in the ocean . Even Sri Krishna wore pearl nose rings and necklaces and Lord Venkateswara hailed as “ Alankara priyudu” During the Srivari Brahmotsavam Lord Venkateswara sat proudly along with his consorts sat in a vahanam decked up milk white pearls in the shape of a pandal. The 26 th chapter of Padmapuranam refers to an umbrella made of pearls giving shade to Lord Vishnu and several contemporary poets of the bygone days had described the hood of Adisesha giving cool shade of Pearl umbrella to the celestial diety. The TTD has organized special seating arrangements along the four mada streets to enable thousands of people to sit around the temple and witness the procession which lasted several hours in the evenings of Brahmotsavam every day. The event is broadcast by the Sri Venkateswara Bhakti channel which has set up live coverage of the event with its state of art equipment to give a glimpse of the Brahmotsvam event to lakhs of devotees all over the world.
3rd day of Sri Vari Annual Brahmotsavam – Simha Vahanam
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