Kondagattu temple to offer Nijaroopa Darshan after 60 years

JAGTIAL: Devotees visiting the famous Sri Anjaneya Swamy temple at Kondagattu are set to witness a rare spiritual occasion, as the temple authorities are making arrangements for Nijaroopa Darshan of the presiding deity after nearly 60 years.

Chandanotsavam celebrations were formally inaugurated by Choppadandi MLA Dr Medipalli Satyam, who participated in the special rituals at the temple and formally initiated the programme. Temple priests and officials performed special pujas on the occasion.

As part of the arrangements, the sandalwood paste covering the deity will be removed from November 15 to 20. Subsequently, devotees will be allowed to have Nijaroopa Darshan of Lord Sri Anjaneya Swamy from November 21 to December 29.

The rare opportunity, coming after six decades, is expected to attract a large number of devotees from across Telangana and neighbouring States. The MLA stressed the need for coordinated efforts by temple authorities and officials to ensure smooth darshan arrangements and provide necessary facilities to devotees.

He also called for special attention to crowd management, security and other arrangements in view of the expected rush during the period.

Temple officials, priests, public representatives and other dignitaries participated in the programme.