Date:03/05/2005 URL: http://www.thehindu.com/2005/05/03/stories/2005050306490400.htm

Andhra Pradesh

`Pavithrotsavam' from May 17

Staff Reporter

TIRUMALA: The three-day annual Pavithrotsavam of Lord Venkateswara are scheduled to commence from May 17.

Desirous devotees can participate in the festival by paying Rs.5,000 for each day.

In view of the festival, the management has cancelled Brahmotsavam, Vasanthotsavam and other sevas. However, Kalyanotsavam and Unjal Seva will be performed as usual.