On the ninth day of Dasara celebrations, a relentless wave of devotees descended upon the Kanaka Durga temple atop Indrakeeladri in Vijayawada, intensifying the pilgrim rush. Despite extensive preparations, authorities faced challenges managing the heavy turnout as queue lines swelled and movement through the temple precincts grew sluggish. Many devotees began lining up well before dawn, hoping to secure darshan before peak hours.
Temple officials extended operational hours into the night to handle overflow, while security measures, crowd control protocols, and additional staff were deployed to maintain order. Some VIP and ticketed lanes were less favored by devotees who preferred the free‑darshan queues, increasing pressure on general lines. Local reports noted that devotees waited for hours, negotiating narrow pathways and congested zones to reach the sanctum.
The ninth day’s surge reflects how Indrakeeladri remains a focal point for Dasara pilgrimages, drawing worshippers from across Andhra Pradesh and neighbouring states. The festival’s religious significance, combined with the deity’s alankaram that day, likely fueled the enthusiasm. As temple authorities brace for the final day, seamless crowd management and uninterrupted darshan remain the top priorities to ensure devotees’ spiritual experience continues unhindered.
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