Pawan Kalyan’s Daughter Signs Declaration of Faith
Before entering the temple, Pawan Kalyan’s daughter, Polena Anjana, signed a declaration form for non-Hindus, confirming her faith in Lord Venkateswara. As she is a minor, Pawan Kalyan also signed the form on her behalf. He was accompanied by his daughter Aadya and noted figures like director Trivikram and art director Anand Sai during the visit.Penance and Temple Customs
Pawan Kalyan started his journey to the temple on foot from Alipiri, clad in saffron clothing. He undertook the Prayaschitha Deeksha as a form of penance after allegations arose regarding the quality of the Tirupati laddu. After his darshan of Lord Balaji, he received Srivari Teertha Prasadams and a memento from TTD officials at Ranganayakula Mandapam.This visit occurs amid ongoing political discussions about the requirement for a declaration of faith before entering the temple. Pawan Kalyan’s Jana Sena party, along with its allies, has called for former Chief Minister Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy to sign a similar declaration. Jagan had to cancel his planned visit on September 27 due to police restrictions, which he claimed were an attempt by TDP and its allies to distract from the issues concerning the Tirupati laddu.
Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu emphasized the importance of adhering to temple traditions and noted that other prominent figures, including Sonia Gandhi and former President A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, had previously signed such declarations during their temple visits.
Upcoming Schedule
Following his visit to the temple, Pawan Kalyan is expected to inspect the Tarigonda Vengamamba Nithya Annaprasadam complex and will stay overnight in the hill town. He is also set to participate in the Varahi public meeting scheduled for the following day in Tirupati.
