Udupi: Sri Nithyananda Swami Mandir Matha's Pratham Vardhantyutsava on Jan 15 and 16

Udupi: The Udupi Sri Nithyananda Swami Mandir Matha is set to observe the first Vardhantyutsavam of Mandir Math with a series of events on January 15 and 16. The occasion will mark the first ‘Pran Pratistha Mahotsava’ of Nityananda Murthy, a press release said.

On January 15, the festivities commence with sunrise Bhajan led by Sanil Kadekar and Srikanth Shetty Karkala. The day’s schedule includes Maha Pooja at 8 am, Jama Pooja at 2 pm, and a vibrant Pallaki procession starting at 5 pm. The procession will weave through significant landmarks, featuring cultural performances led by Dharamsthala Manjunatheshwar Bhajana Parishad Udupi Taluk.

The celebrations continue on January 16, beginning with Seeyalabhishekam to Lord Nityananda Swami at 4:30 am, followed by Mahapuja and Pratham Aarti at 8 am. The day unfolds with various rituals, including Shri Ganeshayagna and a special dinner for children at 12:30 pm.

In the evening, a religious meeting starting at 5 pm will be graced by the presence of Sridham Manila Mohandas Paramahamsa Swamiji. The Managing Trustee of Sri Bhagavan Nityananda Swamy Mandir Math, K.K. Avarshekar, will preside over the event. Distinguished guests include MLA Yashpal A. Suvarna, Gurme Suresh Shetty, Former Minister Vinaya Kumar Sorake, and veteran journalist Ravindra Shetty.

The program will honor leaders of various Nityananda Mandirs, as announced by the Mandir Matha, the release added.