Tirumala Temple: Bhogi Bonfires Ignite Grandeur at Srivari Temple's Main Gate

• Bhogi bonfires were lit in front of Srivari Temple's main gate during Brahmi Muhurtham, marking Sankranti festivities.
• Thousands of devotees chanted "Govinda... Govinda..." while circumambulating the fires, offering old belongings and negative thoughts.
• Following the bonfires, Dhanurmasa Kainkaryams and special pujas were performed, with Tiruppavai recitation filling the temple.
• Despite festival anticipation, devotee rush was normal, with Sarvadarshanam waiting time around 4 hours.
• Yesterday, 73,014 devotees had darshan, 19,639 offered hair, and the Srivari Hundi received Rs. 4.27 crores.

Why It Matters: Tirumala celebrated Bhogi with traditional bonfires, special pujas, and managed devotee flow efficiently.