Udupi Seer: Krishna Worship is Global Mission
Sri Vedavardhana ThirthaSwamiji of Shiroor Mutt declares worship at Udupi Krishna Temple as sacred mission to spread Lord Krishna's teachings worldwide.
Sri Vedavardhana ThirthaSwamiji of Shiroor Mutt declares worship at Udupi Krishna Temple as sacred mission to spread Lord Krishna's teachings worldwide.
Sri Vedavardhana Thirtha Swamiji of Shiroor Mutt becomes the youngest seer to ascend the Sarvajna Peetha at Udupi's Sri Krishna Mutt, marking the start of a two-year Paryaya term with grand celebrations.
Vedavardhana Theertha Swamiji, the 30th pontiff, reveals ambitious initiatives including Veda Patana and Krishna camps to continue the institution's legacy of service and enlightenment during his Paryaya tenure.
Vedavardhana Theertha Swamiji of Shiroor Mutt formally ascends the Paryaya Peetha at Udupi Sri Krishna temple. Outgoing seer Sugunendra Theertha Swamiji performs the traditional handover ceremony.
Vedavardhana Theertha Swamiji of Shiroor Mutt ascends the Paryaya Peeta at Udupi Sri Krishna temple. Outgoing seer Sugunendra Theertha Swamiji performs the ceremonial transfer of power with traditional rituals.
Udupi witnessed a grand Paryaya Mahotsav as devotees flocked to the temple town for rituals. The outgoing pontiff shared his spiritual journey, while free Ayurveda camps and traditional offerings marked the celebrations.
Udupi is fully prepared for the Paryaya festival where Sri Vedavardhana Tirtha of Shiroor Mutt ascends the Sarvajna Peetha. The weekend event expects 2-3 lakh attendees with cultural processions and mass feeding programs.
Pehowa SDM Nitish Kumar conducted a thorough inspection of the Saraswati Tirtha cleanliness drive in preparation for the upcoming Mahotsav. Key officials were present to ensure the site's readiness for devotees.
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