Thousands of devotees thronged the historic Bhagya Laxmi temple near Charminar in Hyderabad on the occasion of Deepavali to offer prayers and seek the blessings of the deity.
The temple witnessed a steady stream of devotees from the early hours of Sunday, with long queues extending till Gulzar Houz. People from different parts of the city arrived with
families to offer special prayers on the festival occasion.
The temple premises and surrounding areas wore a festive look, with special arrangements made to facilitate the movement of devotees. Several VIPs and prominent personalities also visited the temple and offered prayers on the occasion. Their visits drew the attention of devotees gathered at the shrine.