Amaravati, December 30, 2025: The hill shrine of Tirumala came alive with devotion as the Vaikuntha Dwaram the celestial gateway to the inner sanctum of Lord Venkateswara, opened in the early hours on Vaikuntha Ekadasi.
Devotees passed through the sacred portal with reverence, believing the act absolves sins and grants salvation, a rare opportunity available only during this auspicious period.
The temple shimmered with intricate floral decorations, golden chariot processions, and vibrant motifs, creating a divine spectacle under Andhra Pradesh's cool winter skies.
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams coordinated extensive arrangements, including crowd management and priority for general pilgrims, to handle the surge.
