Sun Nov 10 17:41:49 UTC 2024: ## Illuminated “Shanku, Chakra, Namam” Installed Atop Simhachalam Hill

**VISAKHAPATNAM, November 10, 2024:** The Simhachalam temple, home to Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy, has been adorned with an illuminated “Shanku, Chakra, Namam” installation atop the hill. The installation, erected amidst chanting of hymns and playing of the ‘nadaswaram’, was commissioned by hereditary Trustee P. Ashok Gajapati Raju.

The structure, supported by specially designed pillars, was funded by GRT Jewellers India Private Ltd. at a cost of ₹1.5 crore. The project was supervised by Executive Engineer Srinivasa Raju.

Several dignitaries attended the ceremony including Additional Commissioner of Endowments Ramachandra Mohan, temple EO V. Trinadha Rao, Visakhapatnam West MLA P.G.V.R. Naidu (Ganababu) and corporator P. Varaha Narasimham. The illuminated installation is expected to further enhance the beauty and spiritual significance of the Simhachalam temple.

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