The major temples in the state are unlikely to face disruption in the continued distribution of ‘annaprasadam’ as well as preparation of ‘naivedyam’ even after the supply of commercial gas cylinders is curtailed due to the ongoing war in West Asia.
Officials of the Sri Bhramaramba Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple in Srisailam said that they were assured of sufficient LPG supplies and were procuring the required domestic LPG cylinders without any interruption to provide annaprasadam, prasadam and also to meet the requirements of staff residing in the quarters.
The five-day ‘Ugadi Mahotsavams’ starting March 16 attracts thousands of devotees and the temple administration has adjusted to the rush. The temple serves annaprasadam to nearly 4,000 people on weekdays and the numbers reach 6,000-7,000 during weekends and Mondays. During festivals like ‘Mahasivaratri’ and ‘Ugadi’ the temple offers not only annaprasadam but also refreshments and food in queues.
Temple officials said that with restrictions imposed on commercial pressure cylinders, they have sought permission from the district administration to supply domestic pressure cylinders. After getting the nod, the officials concerned assured to deliver them without any interruption. “We have booked gas for the next month and today we received one full cylinder for a truck (342) from Kurnool. We don’t anticipate any problem for at least the next month,” the official said.
Sri Durga Malleswara Swamy Varla temple officials have also reportedly given permission to use domestic LPG cylinders and have been assured of prompt delivery.
Published – 12 March 2026 20:25 IST
