The grand celebration of the establishment festival of Shri Shyam Temple, Kachiguda.
Hyderabad, under the auspices of Shri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham and Shri Shyam Temple Service Committee, Kachiguda, the 30th foundation day festival of Shri Shyam Temple, Kachiguda, was celebrated with great pomp and joy.
According to the committee’s secretary, Indrakaran Agarwal, the consecration ceremony of the first Khatu Shyamji Temple in South India, Kachiguda, was conducted on April 22, 1996, by Jayendra Saraswati Swamiji and Anant Saraswati Swamiji. To mark this occasion, the 30th foundation day was celebrated magnificently in the temple premises. On the occasion, a captivating and divine adornment of Baba was done. From early morning, a large number of devotees sought blessings by having the divine sight of Baba Shyam. Arrangements for prasad were made for devotees in the temple.
Singers created a devotional atmosphere at the evening hymn session
On the foundation day, the Shri Shyam Temple Service Committee organized an evening hymn session, where Sanjay Parikh from Jaipur, Yati Kishori from Mumbai, and Sunil Sharma from Bhagyangar created a devotional atmosphere with their hymn presentations. On the occasion, honorary secretary of Shri Shyam Temple Service Committee, Indrakaran Agarwal, co-secretary Ramdev Agarwal, Rajkumar Vig, members Purushottamdas Goyal, Shyamsundar Dalia, Prahladray Tibrewal, Vishwanath Tibrewal, Sandeep Goyal, Amit Agarwal, Ashok Dakotia, Munish Signoria, Santosh Agarwal, Sushil Agarwal, Abhishek Sharma, Rupesh Singhania, Ramnivas Bansal, and others were present.
Indrakaran Agarwal informed that the Shri Shyam Service Committee has purchased a 1250 square yard plot adjacent to the temple for its expansion. He urged all Shyam devotees of the twin cities to actively contribute to the temple expansion work. He said that devotees can voluntarily donate as per their wish for the temple expansion. He informed that the Shri Shyam Service Committee has set the contribution amount for one square yard of land at one lakh fifty-one thousand rupees, with the aim of connecting devotees to this work.
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On the occasion, Rajesh Goyal (from Prabhudayal Panch Family, Tiba Basai Wale), who contributed one crore rupees for the temple expansion work, along with other contributors Purushottam Bhageria, Rupesh Soni, Nandkishore Badegawale, Kishan Agarwal, Santosh Kumar Chokhani, Naresh Kumar Dakotia, Aditya Jhanwar, Prahladray Tibrewal, Pramod Agarwal, Rajkumar Gupta, and others were welcomed.
Shri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham
Shri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham is a revered Hindu monastic institution located in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, established by the sage Adi Shankaracharya in the 5th century BCE. It serves as a major center of Advaita Vedanta philosophy, with its lineage of acharyas (spiritual heads) playing a key role in preserving Vedic traditions and temple rituals for centuries.
Shyam Temple, Kachiguda
Shyam Temple in Kachiguda, Hyderabad, is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, who is affectionately called Shyam. Established in the early 20th century, it was built by the Agarwal community and is known for its distinctive architecture blending Rajasthani and South Indian styles. The temple is a major cultural and spiritual hub, especially during the festival of Janmashtami, drawing devotees from across the city.
Khatu Shyamji Temple
The Khatu Shyamji Temple, located in the Sikar district of Rajasthan, India, is a revered Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Krishna, who is worshipped here as Khatu Shyam, the divine warrior. According to legend, the temple marks the spot where the head of Barbarika, a powerful warrior from the Mahabharata era, was buried after he was beheaded by Lord Krishna, and it later became a site of profound devotion. The temple’s current structure was built in the 19th century by a local devotee, and it attracts millions of pilgrims annually, especially during the Phalguna Mela festival.
Shri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham
Shri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham is a revered Hindu monastic institution located in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu, established by the philosopher-saint Adi Shankaracharya in the 5th century BCE according to tradition. It serves as a major center for Advaita Vedanta philosophy and is led by a lineage of spiritual heads known as Acharyas, who guide devotees in religious and cultural practices. The peetham is particularly associated with the worship of the goddess Kamakshi and has played a significant role in preserving Vedic traditions and Hindu spirituality for over two millennia.
Kanchipuram
Kanchipuram, located in Tamil Nadu, India, is one of the country’s most ancient cities, known as the “City of a Thousand Temples.” It served as the capital of the Pallava dynasty from the 6th to 9th centuries and later flourished under the Vijayanagara Empire, becoming a major center for Hindu religious learning and architecture. The city is also world-famous for its handwoven silk saris, a tradition that has been preserved for centuries.
Jaipur
Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, India, is known as the “Pink City” due to the distinctive terracotta color of its historic buildings. Founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, it was one of the first planned cities in India, designed according to Vastu Shastra principles. The city is famous for its rich cultural heritage, including landmarks like the Hawa Mahal, City Palace, and Jantar Mantar observatory.
Mumbai
Mumbai, formerly known as Bombay, is a major port city on India’s west coast and the capital of Maharashtra. Originally a group of seven islands inhabited by fishing communities, it was ceded to the British East India Company in 1661 and grew into a vital colonial trading hub. Today, it is India’s financial and entertainment capital, renowned for its vibrant culture, Bollywood film industry, and iconic landmarks like the Gateway of India.
Bhagyangar
Bhagyangar is a historic city in Telangana, India, founded in the 16th century by Raja Bhagya Reddy, a local ruler of the Velama dynasty. It served as a fortified capital and was known for its strategic location and architectural remnants, including a fort and ancient temples. Today, the site stands as a testament to the region’s medieval heritage, though it remains less prominent than nearby historical centers.
Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu, located in southern India, is a state renowned for its rich cultural heritage, classical arts, and ancient Dravidian architecture. Its history spans over two millennia, with powerful dynasties like the Cholas, Pandyas, and Pallavas shaping its identity through majestic temples, literature, and trade. Today, it remains a vibrant hub of Tamil language, music, dance, and festivals, preserving traditions that date back to the Sangam era.
