Srivari Kalyan Rath Embarks On Journey From Tirumala To Prayagraj Kumbh Mela

As part of the initiative, a model temple of Tirumala Devasthanam to Lord Venkateswara has been constructed on 2.5 acres of land allocated by the Uttar Pradesh government.

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) Chairman BR Naidu and Additional Executive Officer Venkaiah Chowdhary conducted a ceremonial puja to mark the occasion.

Source : PTI

The sacred Srivari Kalyan Rath has left from Tirumala to participate in the grand Prayagraj Kumbh Mela scheduled to take place in Uttar Pradesh from January 13. Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) Chairman BR Naidu and Additional Executive Officer Venkaiah Chowdhary conducted a ceremonial puja to mark the occasion.

As part of the initiative, a model temple of Tirumala Devasthanam to Lord Venkateswara has been constructed on 2.5 acres of land allocated by the Uttar Pradesh government. The temple will replicate the religious services and rituals performed at Tirumala offering devotees in northern India the opportunity to partake in the divine Archana services.

A team of 170 members will oversee the operations of the temple to ensure that the rituals are as same as the practices of the Tirumala temple. Additionally, four sessions of Srivari Kalyanotsava will be held on January 18 and 26, as well as February 3 and 12. 

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The TTD has urged everyone to extend their support and cooperation for the smooth conduct of events during the Kumbh Mela which is renowned as one of the most significant religious gatherings in Hinduism.

The Kumbh Mela celebrated coinciding with Jupiter's revolution is deeply rooted in Hindu tradition. During the period, a ritualistic dip in sacred rivers mark is believed to cleanse sins and offer spiritual renewal. Alongside its religious significance, the event fosters community bonding through fairs, educational activities, discourses by saints, and cultural festivities.

Meanwhile, the 2019 Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj recorded the largest-ever gathering of Hindus. Thus, the festival highlights its enduring spiritual and cultural importance especially in the region.