2 days ago

VIP Darshan Suspended at Indrakeeladri During Sunday Rush

The temple on Indrakeeladri expects many visitors on Sunday, October 4.

It is also repairing the road leading up the hill.

To help manage the crowds, the temple will stop VIP and protocol darshan from 8 a.m.

until 3 p.m.

Vehicles heading towards Kanaka Durga Nagar will be regulated.

Battery-operated vehicles will mainly help older people, people with disabilities, and mothers with infants.

Visitors will need to take the ramp through the Maha Mandapam to reach the temple.

The lift will only be used in emergencies.

The temple advises those who need extra assistance to visit before 8 a.m.

or between 3 p.m.

and 5 p.m.

Key facts

Darshan suspension: Protocol and VIP darshan suspended from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, October 4.
Reason: Expected heavy crowds and ongoing ghat road repairs.
Recent congestion: A large turnout during consecutive holidays, including Gandhi Jayanti on Friday, caused congestion on the temple premises.
Vehicle arrangements: Movement towards Kanaka Durga Nagar will be regulated.
Battery-operated vehicles: Primarily available to senior citizens, people with disabilities, and mothers with infants.
Temple access: Devotees are to use the ramp through the Maha Mandapam; the lift route is for emergencies only.
Suggested visiting times: Before 8 a.m. or between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m.

deccanchronicle.com · 2 days ago