Ankurarpanam on Dec 5 to mark start of Tiruchanoor Brahmotsavams
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The nine-day annual mega-event will formally commence with the traditional Ankurarpanam ritual on December 5, followed by the main Brahmotsavam festivities running from December 6 to December 14.

TTD JEO Dr A Sharath, accompanied by Chief Engineer Manoharam, SE Venkateswarlu, Deputy EOs, and other officials, inspecting the temple premises, queue lines, and surrounding areas in Tiruchanoor on Tuesday ahead of the annual Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Brahmotsavams
Tirupati: The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Joint Executive Officer Dr A Sharath has directed officials to execute elaborate, high-standard arrangements for the upcoming annual Brahmotsavams of Sri Padmavathi Ammavaru at Tiruchanoor to ensure a seamless and hassle-free experience for visiting devotees.
The nine-day annual mega-event will formally commence with the traditional Ankurarpanam ritual on December 5, followed by the main Brahmotsavam festivities running from December 6 to December 14. On Tuesday, JEO Dr Sharath conducted a comprehensive site inspection of the Tiruchanoor temple complex, Vahana Mandapam, all four Mada Streets, designated vehicle parking zones, queue lines, the sacred Pushkarini, and public entry-exit access points.
During the review, the JEO instructed departmental heads to streamline crowd control management, setup designated holding areas, and maintain uninterrupted operation of Annaprasadam distribution, laddu counters, and ticket booths.
Emphasizing high-density turnout events, Dr Sharath called for meticulous security and logistical planning for key procession days, including Garuda Vahanam, Gaja Vahanam, and the sacred Panchami Theertham.
He mandated the engineering and allied wings to finalize a detailed action plan within one week, while instructing officials to adorn the temple town with attractive floral decorations and vibrant electrical illuminations. Extending a cordial invitation, the JEO urged devotees to participate in large numbers and seek the divine blessings of Sri Padmavathi Ammavaru.
TTD Chief Engineer Manoharam, Deputy EOs Harindranath and Selvam, SE Venkateswarlu, and VGO Giridhar accompanied the JEO during the inspection.

