
Mysore
Varamahalakshmi festival celebrated
Varamahalakshmi festival was grandly celebrated at the residence of former deputy mayor Mahadevamma at Siddarthanagar. Ashta Lakshmi were worshipped by installing Kalasa and decorating Ashta Lakshmis (8 Goddess) with flowers, jewellery, vastra (saree) fruits, dry fruits, fresh grains, sweets and savouries. Adi (Protector) Lakshmi, Dhana (Wealth) Lakshmi, Dhanya (Food and Grains) Lakshmi, Vijaya (Victory) Lakshmi, Vidhya (Knowledge) Lakshmi, Santana (Offsprings) Lakshmi, Dhairya (Bravery and Strength) Lakshmi and Soubhagya (Sumangali- Long life of husband) Lakshmi are worshipped during this festival of wealth.