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Sri Raghavendra Guru Vaibhotsava celebrated with grandeur in city

Bengaluru: Phalguna Shukla Dwiteeya of 1621 CE is an unforgettable day for the followers of Sri Raghavendra Swamy.

This is the day on which the Pattabhishekam (coronation ceremony) and Ashrama Sweekar is performed to Sri Venkatanatha.

Guru Raghavendra Swamy was ordained into sannyasa by his Guru Sri Sudheendra Teertha. This celebration is also known as Sri Raghavendra Guru Vaibhavotsava and is held with great gusto at Mantralaya.

This year (2025) will see the 430th Pattabhisheka celebrations of Sri Raghavendra Swamy.

Vasanth Kumar

Vasant writes on matters relating to culture and temple festivities

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