– The ritual will be conducted in two sessions at the Mandapam’s 6th floor:
– Paid Session: From 7 a.m. to 9 a.m., with a fee of ₹1,500.Participants can access the ₹300 special queue line for darshan of Sri Ammavaru after completing the vratham.
– Free Mass Session: From 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., open only to women presenting their white ration card during registration at the toll-free counter.
– Free session applications must be submitted in person starting Monday afternoon.
The announcement highlights efforts by religious institutions in india like Sri Durga Malleswara Swamyvarla Devasthanam to uphold customary rituals while ensuring accessibility across socio-economic groups through free mass events such as Varalakshmi Vratham. By requiring participants in the free session to produce their white ration card as proof of identity and economic status, it targets beneficiaries from economically weaker sections effectively while encouraging inclusion among devotees.
Such initiatives may strengthen communal ties and cultural continuities by making temple-based rituals affordable or complimentary for underprivileged women who might otherwise miss these experiences due to financial constraints. Though,balancing inclusivity with logistical considerations-such as managing large gatherings within tight time frames-remains crucial for smooth execution.
Read more about this event here: Sri Durga Malleswara Devasthanam