Mon Dec 29 15:40:27 UTC 2025: Summary:
The Hindu e-Paper, published on December 29, 2025, reports on the Teppotsavam festival in Bhadrachalam, India. Thousands of devotees witnessed the celestial boat ride of Lord Rama and Sita on the Godavari River. The event was attended by local dignitaries and preparations are underway for the upcoming Uttara Dwara Darshanam ritual for the Mukkoti Ekadasi festival at the Sri Seetha Ramachandra Swamy temple.
News Article:
Thousands Witness Grand Teppotsavam in Bhadrachalam
Bhadradri Kothagudem, India – December 29, 2025 – A massive crowd of devotees flocked to Bhadrachalam on Monday evening to witness the spectacular Teppotsavam, the celestial boat ride of Lord Rama and his consort Sita on the Godavari River. The swan-shaped boat, adorned with colorful lights and carrying the Utsava idols, completed five rounds on the river amidst the chanting of Vedic hymns.
The event was attended by key local figures including MLA Dr. T. Venkat Rao, Collector Jitesh V. Patil, Superintendent of Police B. Rohit Raju, and ITDA Project Officer B. Rahul.
The temple authorities are now preparing for the ‘Uttara Dwara Darshanam,’ a special ritual scheduled for the Mukkoti (Vaikunta) Ekadasi festival at the Sri Seetha Ramachandra Swamy temple early Tuesday morning. The temple expects another large turnout for the auspicious occasion.
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