Saraswathi Yagam performed

Vijayawada: Saraswathi Yagam was performed at Sri Durga Malleswara Swamivarla Devastanam here on Thursday. A large number of students witnessed the special Saraswathi Yagam which was conducted atop Indrakeeladri on the auspicious day of Mulanakshtram.

The Durga temple priests conducted special pujas and gave blessings to the students. After completing the Yagam, the priests have distributed pens, books and Durga Devi Kankanam to the students.

Speaking on the occasion, temple Pradhana Archaka said that the Mulanakshatram was the favourite day to the Goddess Durga Devi. Goddess Saraswati devotees offered prayers while chanting the Saraswati Vandana, he added.