On Thursday, October 16, Prime Minister Narendra Modi undertook a significant visit to the renowned Sri Bhramaramba Mallikarjuna Swamy temple in Srisailam, a revered Jyothirlinga shrine. His pilgrimage included heartfelt prayers and participation in traditional ceremonies.
Upon his arrival in the morning at Orvakal airport in Kurnool district, the Prime Minister was met with a grand reception. Dignitaries, including Governor S. Abdul Naseer, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, and Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan, were present to extend their welcome.
Continuing his journey, the Prime Minister, accompanied by Chief Minister Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Kalyan, traveled by helicopter to Sunnipenta before proceeding to the sacred town of Srisailam.
Thousands of Shiv Sevaks, approximately 8,000, dressed in vibrant saffron robes, lined the route from Nandi Mandapam circle to Gangadhara Mandapam, chanting ‘Har Har Mahadev’ as they enthusiastically welcomed Prime Minister Modi. He was then honored with a traditional ‘purnakumbha swagatham’ before entering the main temple. Inside, after paying respects at the Dwajasthambham, the Prime Minister performed several significant rituals for Lord Mallikarjuna Swamy, including Ekavara Rudrabhisekham, Bilvarchana, pushparchana, and maha mangala harathi. Following the ceremonies, temple priests presented him with sacred tirtha prasadams.
His spiritual journey continued to the Goddess Bhramaramba temple, where he performed kumkumarchana to Sri Chakram and received harathi. Subsequently, Prime Minister Modi visited the Shivaji Spurti Kendra, exploring its Shivaji Durbar Hall and the serene meditation halls, concluding his memorable visit to the sacred site.