‘Simha Vahana Seva’ enthrals devotees on third day of Brahmotsavams in Tirumala

The ongoing annual Brahmotsavams of Lord Venkateswara in Tirumala witnessed the majestic ‘Simha Vahana Seva’ on Thursday morning, the third day of the nine-day festivities, with Lord Malayappa Swamy appearing in the divine form of ‘Yoga Narasimha’ atop the celestial lion carrier.

A large number of devotees thronged the hill shrine to witness the processional deity, whose resplendent appearance in the ‘Narasimha alankaram’ evoked the attributes of courage, valour and spiritual power.

The procession moved along the four mada streets amid auspicious music and traditional performances, with caparisoned elephants leading the ‘vahana’.

The ‘Simha Vahanam’ symbolises strength, fearlessness, radiance and sovereignty and, according to religious belief, signifies the triumph of righteousness and protection of devotees.