Hyderabad: Thousands throng Bhagyalakshmi Temple near Charminar on Deepavali

Hyderabad: Thousands of devotees thronged the historic Bhagya Laxmi temple near Charminar in Hyderabad on the occasion of Deepavali to offer prayers and seek the blessings of the deity.

The temple witnessed a steady stream of devotees from the early hours of Sunday, with long queues extending till Gulzar Houz. People from different parts of the city arrived with families to offer special prayers on the festival occasion.

The temple premises and surrounding areas wore a festive look, with special arrangements made to facilitate the movement of devotees. Several VIPs and prominent personalities also visited the temple and offered prayers on the occasion. Their visits drew the attention of devotees gathered at the shrine.

In view of the heavy rush, the Hyderabad police made elaborate security and traffic arrangements around Charminar and the temple. Police personnel were deployed at key points to regulate the movement of devotees, manage crowds and ensure that traffic flow in the busy Charminar area was not disrupted.

Additional personnel were positioned near the temple to monitor the situation and prevent overcrowding. The police coordinated with temple authorities to ensure smooth darshan for devotees.