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Ayyappa Swamy Annadan Seva at BASS
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As the sacred months of Ayyappa Deeksha begin, thousands of Swamys across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh embark on their annual spiritual journey with deep devotion and discipline.
During this holy period, Bhagyanagar Ayyappa Seva Samiti (BASS) continues its revered tradition of Annadan Seva, serving wholesome meals every day to Swamys observing Deeksha.
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Transforming Lives Through Service
For the past 15 uninterrupted years, BASS has been a beacon of selfless service, supporting thousands of Ayyappa Swamys in Hyderabad throughout the Mandala season. With devotion at its core, the organization has consistently offered nutritious meals and heartfelt care to devotees undertaking the sacred Ayyappa Deeksha.
This year, from 25th November 2025 to 15th January 2026, hot, freshly prepared meals will be served to Swamys visiting the Annadan centers before and after their Mandala Puja. The meals include rice, a variety of curries, chutneys, papad, and delicious sweets — all cooked hygienically and served with devotion.
Every year, thousands of Swamys depend on this Annadanam, made possible by dedicated volunteers and generous contributions from devotees like you. Many Swamys, especially those arriving from nearby villages for pilgrimage preparations, rely on BASS for clean, nutritious, Sattvic food that supports their physical and spiritual well-being.
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Annadanam from 25 Nov 2025 to 15 Jan 2026
At the Osmangunj BASS Office, Swamys are served:
• Hot meals before & after Mandala Puja
• Rice, curries, chutneys, sambar, rasam, sweets & more
• Evening tiffins
• 18-item devotional meal symbolizing Ayyappa’s divine 18 steps
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Meal Timings
BIKSHA – Afternoon (12.30 PM – 3 PM):
White rice, flavored rice, sweets, fried curry, solid curries, chutney, sambar, rasam, and curd.
ALPAHARAM – Evening (8.30 PM – 10 PM):
A variety of freshly prepared tiffin items.
Annadanam will take place at the Osmangunj office of Bhagyanagar Ayyappa Seva Samiti. Hyderabad.
This elaborate Maha Prasadam represents the Naivedyam offerings made to Lord Ayyappa, filled with devotion, purity, and gratitude.
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Join Hands for This Noble Cause
This year, BASS aims to raise ₹25 Lakhs to support over 25000 Swamys with Sattvic meals.
Your contribution can make a meaningful difference, helping Swamys continue their Deeksha with dignity, focus, and devotion.
No Swamy observing Deeksha should go hungry — and with your support, this noble mission continues.
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How You Can Support
It costs approximately ₹100 to feed a Swamy for an entire day (two meals).
You may choose to contribute ₹500 to feed 5 Swamys for a day, or donate any amount as per your devotion.
Every contribution directly supports cooking, serving, and distributing food throughout the Mandala season.
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Your Support Matters
• Feeding one Swamy for one full day costs just ₹100
• Donate ₹500 to support 5 Swamys
• Contribute any amount with devotion — every rupee goes directly toward Annadanam
Saideep Kankarla
January 14, 2026
Late Shri Vengala Rajesham
November 24, 2025
Mohan rao Manpadi
November 19, 2025
Anonymous
November 19, 2025

