Visakhapatnam, April 21 -- The annual Chandanotsavam at the Simhachalam Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple commenced in the early hours of Monday, with thousands of devotees gathering for the rare 'Nijaroopa Darshan' of Lord Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy.
The ceremonial unveiling of the deity's true form was performed by Anuvamshika Dharmakarta and Goa governor P. Ashok Gajapathi Raju.
Following the rituals, darshan was opened to VIPs and later to the general public.
Devotees from across Uttarandhra, Odisha and neighbouring states thronged the temple to witness the annual event.
Andhra Pradesh Home Minister V. Anita offered pattu vastrams to the deity on behalf of the State Government.
Several public representatives, including Ministe...