Volunteers extend support to Giri Pradakshina pilgrims
Voluntary organizations and community groups provided essential services, including food, first aid, and foot massages, to thousands of pilgrims during the annual Simhachalam Giri Pradakshina. Various associations, such as CREDAI Visakhapatnam and the Sri Sathya Sai Seva Organisations, participated in the effort to support the devotees along the 32-km route.
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Lakhs of devotees participating in the annual Simhachalam Giri Pradakshina on the occasion of Guru Purnima received refreshments, first aid and other support from several voluntary organisations and community groups along the 32-km pilgrimage route on Tuesday.
Among them CREDAI Visakhapatnam, as part of its corporate social responsibility initiative, distributed more than 10,000 packets of buttermilk and fruits to pilgrims. Volunteers were stationed at various points to provide refreshments and free first aid to devotees undertaking the arduous walk. Office-bearers said the initiative reflected the association’s commitment to community welfare.
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