40th Anniversary of Lord Ayyappa Idol Consecration to be Observed at Vedayapalem Temple

Nellore: Sri Swami Ayyappa Devasthanam at Vedayapalem will celebrate the 40th anniversary of the consecration of Lord Ayyappa idol on January 28, coinciding with Rohini Nakshatra.

The idol was first consecrated on February 8, 1987, with the Maha Kumbhabhishekam performed in accordance with traditional Vedic rituals, also on Rohini Nakshatra. Special religious ceremonies will be held as part of the annual celebrations to mark the milestone year.

Like previous years, priests (thantris) from Kerala will perform special pujas and abhishekams on this occasion. Prasadam will be distributed to devotees throughout the day followed by annaprasadam.

Sri Swami Ayyappa Seva Samajam appealed to the devotees to join the celebrations in large numbers and seek the blessings of Lord Ayyappa.