The relinquishment of Bhavani Deeksha will begin on December 11 and continue until December 15. Around six lakh devotees are expected during this period. Devotees will complete a nine-kilometre Giripradakshina around Indrakeeladri Hill before offering prayers to Goddess Durga. Due to heavy crowds, VIP and VVIP darshan have been cancelled.

Special safety measures are being arranged for children, and scanner tags will be placed on their hands to avoid missing cases. The temple officials have prepared sixty lakh laddus to meet prasadam demand during the rush. Adequate food supplies are being arranged for daily annadanam, ensuring no shortage.

The minister stated that all departments were working together to manage the large inflow of devotees. Police deployment, queue lines, drinking water points, and medical services are being prepared. She assured that devotees would experience safe, organised, and uninterrupted temple services during the Deeksha completion days.

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Speaking to the media, Minister Anita expressed her wishes for the wellbeing of the state’s leadership, including CM Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan, and Minister Lokesh, praying for their strength and good health . She hoped that the government, which is serving the people effectively, continues its work for the next twenty years.

She also prayed for the blessings of Goddess Durga to be upon everyone, seeking protection, prosperity, and harmony for all citizens. The minister highlighted the importance of divine guidance in governance and expressed her faith that the goddess’s grace would safeguard the state and its people.

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Vijayawada MP Kesineni Chinni shared the details , mentioning that he recently met C. P. Radhakrishnan and personally extended an invitation to participate in the festival. In response, the Vice President accepted the invitation and confirmed his visit. His presence is expected to attract attention to the festival and provide an opportunity for cultural exchange. The event is likely to see active participation from local citizens, government officials, and cultural organizations, highlighting Vijayawada’s rich traditions and vibrant community life.

This visit underscores the government’s effort to connect leaders with regional cultural events.

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The temple will also stop the use of mobile phones within the premises. Devotees, staff, and VIP visitors must deposit their phones at the temple office before entry. Officials stressed that the new rules aim to create order and prevent misuse of gadgets during worship.

The decision comes after repeated incidents of devotees entering in improper clothing and clicking photos or recording videos inside the shrine. Many of these posts went viral on social media, which temple authorities considered an insult to its traditions.

Officials stated that the changes will help preserve the temple’s sanctity. By enforcing a dress code and banning mobiles, they aim to protect cultural values and ensure a peaceful, spiritual atmosphere for all worshippers.

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