Ravi Kumar Sodadasi

Ayyappa Swamy Maha Padi Pooja festival was celebrated with great fervor and devotion at Raju Colony, Balanagar on Sunday. Organized by Gopal Guruswamy, the event marked his 36th year of Ayyappa Mala Dharana.

Under the spiritual guidance of Chandramaraksha Guruswamy, the Maha Padi Pooja was conducted with traditional rituals and prayers. Several Guruswamys joined in the festivities, filling the air with Ayyappa chants, bhajans, and devotional dances. Renowned singer N. Gopala Krishna Swamy’s performance captivated the large gathering of devotees.

Ayyappa Mala Dharalus from across Balanagar participated in the event, immersing themselves in the spiritual significance of the tradition. Guru Swamijis enlightened the devotees about the importance of Ayyappa Mala Dharana. The Abhishekam rituals, a key part of the Padi Pooja, were performed with utmost devotion.

Prominent attendees included Yeijella Yadagiri Guruswamy, Vaddepalli Rajeshwara Rao Swamy, local Corporator Ravinder Reddy, Suresh Swamy, Boyz Team Members and others participated and took blessings.