Mon Jan 27 12:46:27 UTC 2025: ## Andhra Temple Ordered to Provide Special Facilities for Pregnant Women and Infants During Festival
**SRIKAKULAM, Andhra Pradesh –** The Andhra Pradesh State Commission for Protection of Child Rights has directed the Arasavalli Sun God temple to implement special arrangements for pregnant women and parents with infants during the Ratha Saptami festival on February 4th. Following past incidents of overcrowding, the commission ordered the establishment of breastfeeding centers, shelters for the elderly, and provisions of milk and biscuits for children to prevent distress among visitors. The commission’s chairperson, Kesali Apparao, and member Gondu Seetharam emphasized the need for a dedicated darshan facility to avoid stampedes.
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