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Varalakshmi Vratham is a sacred Hindu festival dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, the embodiment of wealth, prosperity, and well-being. Observed primarily by married women, this auspicious day falls on the Friday before the full moon (Purnima) in the month of Shravana (July-August). Devotees believe that worshipping Goddess Varalakshmi on this day is equivalent to worshipping all the eight forms of Lakshmi - known as Ashta Lakshmi - who represent various kinds of wealth and fortune.

Women perform the vratham with great devotion, waking up early to clean and decorate their homes, draw rangoli (muggulu), and prepare a kalasham (sacred pot) symbolizing the Goddess. They adorn it with turmeric, kumkum, flowers, and a saree, and offer traditional sweets, fruits, and prasadam during the puja. The vratham includes tying a sacred yellow thread (charadu) on the wrist while praying for the well-being of their families.

This vibrant festival is not only a spiritual observance but also a beautiful celebration of faith, tradition, and feminine strength passed down through generations.

A sacred and grand abhishekam is being offered to Srimanna Narayana Swami as part of the Jyeshthabhisheka festival. This uttamottama abhishekam (most supreme ritual) is performed with 473 ragi kalasams (copper pots), symbolizing deep devotion and divine grace. May the Lord's blessings shower upon all!

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Hanumath Vahana Seva and Abhishekam to the Utsavamurtis on 01-5-2025 Morning