Tirumala, Feb 22 (TNT) : Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Joint Executive Officer (Health & Education) Dr. A. Sharath on Sunday said the life of Sri Ananthaalwar, the revered Sri Vaishnava devotee, continues to inspire generations.
Addressing the 972nd Avatara Mahotsavam of Sri Ananthaalwar held at Ananthaalwar Gardens (Purashaivari Thota) here, Dr. Sharath said true devotion lies in selfless service rather than mere prayer, and described Ananthaalwar as a shining example of such dedication.
He appreciated the descendants of Ananthaalwar for continuing the sacred floral service to Sri Venkateswara for the past 972 years and expressed hope that the tradition would continue for generations to come.
On the occasion, the descendants rendered Nalayira Divya Prabandha Ghoshti Gaanam. Tirumala pontiffs Pedda Jeeyar Swami and Chinna Jeeyar Swami blessed the devotees.
Scholars from different regions delivered discourses on spiritual and historical aspects related to Tirumala.
The programme was attended by Ananthaalwar’s descendants and devotees.
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