Archive · 25 Jan 2026
Ainavilli Temple Distributes 2.5 Lakh Worshipped Pens
The Sri Vinayaka Temple in Ainavilli is giving out 2.5 lakh pens that have been worshipped by Lord Vinayaka.
This is part of their Ratha Saptami celebrations.
The temple started this tradition in 2006, and every year they give out pens to students and devotees.
This year, more than 11,000 people donated money to help buy the pens.
The temple has a special committee to make sure they buy the pens fairly.
People believe that these special pens can help students do better in their studies.
Sri Vinayaka Temple in Ainavilli distributed 2.5 lakh worshipped pens during Ratha Saptami celebrations.
The tradition of worshipping pens with Lord Vinayaka began in 2006 and pens are distributed annually.
Around 40,000 pens were distributed on the first day to 16,000 students and 10,000 devotees.
Over 11,000 online donors contributed to the increased number of pens this year.
Devotees believe the worshipped pens help students overcome educational obstacles and achieve success.
- Who
- Sri Vinayaka Temple authorities and devotees
- What
- Distribution of 2.5 lakh worshipped pens
- When
- Sunday, during Ratha Saptami celebrations
- Where
- Ainavilli, Dr B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district
- Why
- To help students overcome educational obstacles and achieve success
- Location
- Ainavilli, Dr B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district
- Event
- Ratha Saptami celebrations
- Pens Distributed
- 2.5 lakh
- Donors
- 11,000+ online donors
- Donation Amount
- Rs 250 for 10 pens