News/City Updates

Virat Kohli visits Simhachalam Temple in Vizag after ODI win against South Africa

Indian cricketers Virat Kohli and Washington Sundar have visited the famous Simhachalam Temple in Vizag and offered prayers to Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy. 

The visit took place after India won against South Africa in the ODI (One-Day International) series, which was held at Visakhapatnam’s ACA-VDCA Stadium. The temple officials have met with the cricketers and arranged everything for their darshan.

Virat Kohli and Washington Sundar have performed the rituals, including embracing the sacred Kappasthambham (holy pillar) and offering special prayers to the deity. at the temple in Vizag. After the ritual was completed, the temple priests recited Vedic hymns and offered Teertha Prasadam, Swami Vari Sesha Vastramand, and a portrait of the deity to the cricketers.

The temple authorities have stated that the visit was conducted peacefully and all the rituals were conducted and completed according to tradition. 

In other news, the Andhra Pradesh government has allocated 480 acres of land for the Adani-Google AI data centre in Visakhapatnam. Read more about that here: Andhra Pradesh govt allocates 480 acres for Adani-Google AI data centre in Visakhapatnam

Stay tuned to Yo! Vizag website and Instagram for more city and news updates.

Leave a Comment

Recent Posts

India beats Sri Lanka in the Vizag match

Riding high on the grand victory in the finals of the ICC Women's World Cup…

8 hours ago

Top Must-Try Chinese Food Outlets in Vizag (2025 Edition)

​Chinese food is one of the most beloved cuisines, offering everything from rich hot pots…

1 day ago

Underrated series in Amazon Prime Video that you should watch!

The weekend is finally here, which means it is time to update your watchlist! While…

2 days ago

CM interacts with students at Tallapalem, launches ‘Mustabu’

As part of his tour of Anakapalle district on December 20, Chief Minister N Chandrababu…

2 days ago

Bored in Vizag? Here are some offbeat things to do this weekend!

This weekend is packed with an array of events for every age group. From nail…

2 days ago

Poor AQI levels in Vizag ring ‘unhealthy’ bells

In the wake of the sudden deterioration of air quality in Visakhapatnam city, an emergency…

2 days ago