Addapallakki Utsava attracts hundreds of devotees in Shivamogga
The Addapallakki Utsava took place in Shivamogga, drawing hundreds of devotees to the traditional procession. Prominent seers from various Peethas participated, and the event concluded with a public meeting honoring Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa. The procession showcased the cultural significance of the event and the involvement of local leaders.
- ▪The Addapallakki Utsava was held in Shivamogga on May 17.
- ▪Prominent seers were carried in palanquins through the city streets.
- ▪A public meeting was held at Allama Prabhu Park to honor B.S. Yediyurappa for his 50 years in public life.
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The Addapallakki Utsava, a traditional procession of seers of Veerashaiva Pancha Peethas, was held in Shivamogga on Sunday (May 17) and attracted hundreds of devotees.Veerasomeshwara Shivacharya Swami of Rambhapuri Peetha, Siddalinga Shivacharya Swami of Ujjain Peetha, Bhimashankaralinga Shivacharya Swami of Kedar Peetha, Channasiddharama Shivacharya Swami of Sreeshyla Peetha, and Chandrashekhar Shivacharya Swami of Kashi Peetha were carried in palanquins on the main streets of the city. Devotees joined the procession, which began at Gandhi Bazar and concluded at Allama Prabhu Park. Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa and B.Y. Raghavendra, Shivamogga MP, participating in the Addapallakki Utsava at Shivamogga on Sunday (May 17). | Photo Credit: S.K.
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