Sringeri Peetham Seer, Anam perform ‘Bhoomi Pooja’

The ‘Bhoomi Pooja’ for the renovation of the renowned Sri Kamakshi Sameta Someswarlyam Temple was conducted here on Saturday.
Minister for Endowments Anam Ramanarayana Reddy and Jagadguru Sri Sri Sri Vidhushekhara Bharati Mahaswamiji of the Sringeri Peeth performed the ritual at the temple in Somasila, located in the Atmakur constituency.
The renovation of the Kamakshi Sameta Someswa rlyam Temple is being undertaken at an estimated cost of Rs 8.40 crore. Both the Minister and the Seer unveiled a plaque during the ceremony, which was accompanied by Vedic hymns recited by priests.
In his spiritual address, Jagadguru Sri Sri Sri Vidhu shekhara Bharati Mahaswamiji reflected on the efforts of Adi Shankaracharya, who revitalised Hinduism 1,200 years ago, and called upon people to follow his teachings and protect Hindu dharma. He emphasised that the essence of Hinduism, which includes devotion and selfless service, should be embraced by all. The Seer also appreciated Minister Ramanarayana Reddy’s efforts in initiating the temple’s renovation.
Minister Ramanarayana Reddy, in his address, stated that the Kamakshi Sameta Someswarlyam Temple had been damaged during floods, and the previous YSRCP government had not undertaken renovation efforts. However, after bringing the matter to the attention of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, immediate approval was granted for the renovation. The temple will be reconstructed using traditional Agamaseshtra methods and granite stone to make it a grand structure, the Minister revealed.