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2.5 lakh devotees attend Hanuman jayanti fete

According to temple authorities, more than 2.5 lakh devotees, including thousands of Diksha Swamis, visited the temple during the three-day event to seek the blessings of Sri Anjaneya Swamy.

KARIMNAGAR: The Hanuman Chinna Jayanti celebrations were held with spiritual fervour and grandeur from April 11 to 13 at Sri Anjaneya Swamy Devasthanam in Kondagattu, Muthyampet village of Malyala mandal, Jagtial district.

According to temple authorities, more than 2.5 lakh devotees, including thousands of Diksha Swamis, visited the temple during the three-day event to seek the blessings of Sri Anjaneya Swamy. Despite the massive turnout, the celebrations were conducted smoothly with the coordinated efforts of various departments.

Local MLA of Choppadandi Medipally Satyam, District Collector Ravi Prasad, Superintendent of Police Ashok Kumar, and senior officials from the Endowments Department were present and oversaw the arrangements, ensuring a hassle-free experience for devotees.

Temple officials extended their gratitude to all departments and individuals who contributed to the successful conduct of the festivities. The temple management, on behalf of the Devasthanam, thanked every volunteer and official for their dedicated support.

As a mark of appreciation, temple Executive Officer Srikant Rao felicitated SP Ashok Kumar with a shawl for ensuring effective security arrangements throughout the celebrations.

SP Ashok Kumar, in his address, praised the cooperation of Hanuman Mala devotees, the public, and police teams from across districts. He credited the success to the joint efforts of field officers and assured continued security support for upcoming events.

Revenue generated during the three days festivities:

Category Revenue (in ₹)

Laddu Prasadam ₹81,74,600

Pulihora Prasadam ₹15,42,200

Diksha Viramana (ritual conclusion offerings) ₹40,17,500

Kesha Khandana (hair offering) ₹11,78,000

Special Darshan Tickets ₹18,61,500

Total ₹1,67,73,800

( Source : Deccan Chronicle )
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