Anant Ambani visits Tirupati Balaji Temple: Reliance Industries Director Anant Ambani visited Lord Sri Venkateswara Swamy at the famous Tirupati Balaji temple in Andhra Pradesh. During this, following the age-old tradition of the temple, he offered his hair to the Lord. In Hinduism, child donation is considered not just a religious ritual but a symbol of devotion, dedication and renunciation of ego. It is believed that by offering hair, the devotee gives up his pride and negative emotions and expresses his unwavering faith in God. This is the reason why every year lakhs of devotees reach Tirupati to follow this tradition.
Religious importance of child donation
According to mythological beliefs, child donation has special significance in the traditions associated with Lord Sri Venkateswara Swamy. It is believed that when a devotee’s wish is fulfilled, he offers his hair to the Lord as a symbol of gratitude and reverence. This tradition has been going on in Tirupati Balaji temple for years and is counted among the largest religious charity rituals in the world. Every day thousands of devotees express their faith by getting tonsured here.
What is the tradition of child donation?
Child donation is considered an ancient and sacred religious tradition of Hindu religion. In this, devotees offer their hair to God in the temple out of reverence and faith. Many people donate their hair as a mark of gratitude when their wishes are fulfilled or any special wish is fulfilled. By following this tradition a person receives blessings from God.
Big support from Reliance for the convenience of devotees
Anant Ambani also had darshan of Lord Sri Venkateswara Swamy during the morning service at Tirumala temple. After this he discussed with the temple administration regarding the facilities and transportation arrangements for the devotees. On this occasion, he announced that Reliance Industries will provide 25 state-of-the-art electric buses to Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD). The estimated cost of these buses is said to be around Rs 27.5 crore. Besides, the company will also install the necessary charging stations for the operation of these buses, which will make the transport system of Tirumala more modern and convenient.
Disclaimer: The information given here is based on general beliefs, astrology, almanac, religious texts etc. Amar Ujala is not responsible for the accuracy and completeness of the information and facts given here.