The Chaluvanarayanaswamy and Yoganarasimhaswamy temples, in Melkote, Mandya district, will be closed for devotees on August 7 and 8 and on all Saturdays and Sundays during the month of Shravana.
According to Temple Executive Officer Mangalamma, Shravana month, which begins on August 9, usually sees a large number of devotees visit Melkote to offer prayers, especially during the weekends. In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, the authorities have restricted the entry of devotees on all Saturdays and Sundays, including August 7 and 8 and government holidays, during the month, as per the directions of the Deputy Commissioner.
However, all daily puja rituals will be conducted as per tradition, she said.
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