Vontimitta (Kadapa Dist. Andhra Pradesh) , Feb 19 (TNT): Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Joint Executive Officer Veerabrahmam on Thursday directed officials to expedite preparations for the annual Brahmotsavams of TTD-run Sri Kodandarama Swamy Temple at Vontimitta, scheduled from March 27 to April 5.
The festivities will commence with Ankurarpanam on March 26, followed by Dhwajarohanam on March 27. The celestial Sri Sita Rama Kalyanam is slated for April 1.
Reviewing the arrangements at Vontimitta, the JEO held a meeting with officials of various departments and inspected ongoing works, including temporary kitchens, raw material storage sheds and the proposed photo exhibition and cultural programme venues near the temple premises.
He directed that repair works in the temple and Yagasala be completed on priority and instructed officials to arrange adequate seating for devotees partaking in Annaprasadam. Services of Srivari Sevaks, as engaged in other TTD temples, will also be utilised.
The JEO later reviewed development works at the Kalyana Vedika, inspecting 17 counters set up for distribution of Talambralu and Annaprasadam, as well as entry and exit points.
He instructed officials to ensure water facilities at the nearby accommodation complex are made operational.
Emphasising greenery and aesthetics, he directed the Forest Department to undertake landscaping and plant saplings along the stretch from the temple to the Kalyana Vedika.
Officials were told to complete queue lines, devotee shelters, signboards, drinking water facilities and engineering works within schedule. Roads, especially the Mada streets along the chariot procession route, are to be repaired without delay, and illumination, floral decorations and cut-outs arranged to enhance the festive atmosphere.
The JEO also ordered deployment of staff from various TTD departments for smooth conduct of the event, adequate medical arrangements including first-aid centres and ambulances, and installation of LED screens for devotees to view Vahana Sevas.
Special arrangements are to be made for large crowds expected during the Kalyanam, including extensive buttermilk and drinking water counters to provide relief from summer heat. TTD Vigilance officials will coordinate with local police for security and parking management.
Cultural programmes and Kavi Sammelanam will be organised under the aegis of the DPP, while bhajan troupes of the Hindu Dharma Prachara Parishad will perform ahead of Vahana Sevas. Prachara Radhams will tour surrounding villages for ten days to create awareness about the Brahmotsavams.
TTD’s Public Relations Department has been asked to undertake wide publicity through social media platforms. Senior TTD officials were present during the review.
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