'Navaratri Brahmotsavam' begins at Tirumala sans devotees

 Amid strict adherence to COVID-19 precautions, the annual 'NavaratriBrahmotsavam' of Lord Venkateswara shrine at nearby Tirumalabegan on Friday

In view of the coronavirus pandemic-induced situation, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) that governs the shrine, decided to organize the nine-day festivities without processions and participation of devotees, a temple official said. 

The 'Brahmotsavam' is now being performed inside the hill temple with only the high priests and top TTD officials taking part by following coronavirus protocols, he added.

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