Udupi (Byndoor Taluk): The revered Kollur Mookambika Temple, located in the Mookambika constituency of Byndoor taluk, witnessed a significant political visit as Karnataka’s Home Minister paid a visit on Friday.
Accompanied by Minister Mankal Vaidya, the Home Minister arrived at the temple premises to offer prayers. The visit was marked by a ceremonial welcome and traditional rituals, drawing attention from devotees and local residents alike.
A special puja was conducted in honour of the visiting dignitaries, led by Chief Priest Narasimha Adiga, who performed the sacred rituals inside the sanctum. Both ministers participated devoutly in the religious proceedings, seeking blessings from Goddess Mookambika.
Several local party leaders and supporters joined the ministers during their temple visit, adding to the grandeur of the occasion. The presence of top officials and political figures turned the spiritual event into a gathering of both faith and leadership.
The ministers also took time to interact with temple authorities and reviewed arrangements at the site. The visit is being seen as a blend of spiritual reverence and public outreach, as political leaders often include temple stops as part of their regional tours.
The atmosphere at Kollur remained peaceful and devotional, with temple officials ensuring smooth coordination during the high-profile visit. Devotees and locals appreciated the ministers’ gesture of making time for religious observances.
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