Annadaan A Sacred Offering of Food

Tiruvannamalai, the sacred abode of Lord Arunachaleswarar and the holy Arunachala Hill, witnesses an immense gathering of devotees during every Poornima (Full Moon) Girivalam. Lakhs of pilgrims undertake the sacred 14-kilometre circumambulation of Arunachala, seeking the divine grace of Lord Shiva. The full moon Girivalam is regarded as especially auspicious and attracts devotees from across India and abroad. .

The annamalaiyar Annadhanam, Buttermilk, Drinking Water and sundal operates daily at Divya Satsangam (Global Spiritual Gathering.) fueled by the donations and offerings from the devotees. This initiative not only ensures that everyone is well-fed but also highlights the Dham’s commitment to hospitality, spiritual nourishment, and community care.

Annadhanam the guests, sanyasis, brahmacharis, residents and volunteers who visit Tiruvannamalai Adheenam Math and Shiva Temple. Rs.50/- per beneficiary was spent as project cost for this. This midday meal includes rice, sambar, rasam, joint, fries, buttermilk, waffles and pickles, plus vada and payasam on Monthly Girivalam Pournami. Food is prepared in a hygienic manner in the kitchen for alms house in Tiruvannamalai Adheenam Math and food is served to the devotees daily from 9 am to 7 pm.

Tiruvannamalai Adheenam Shri Shri Karunanidhi Swamigal heartfelt gratitude to everyone who wishes to donate towards the Annadanam (free food distribution) at the Tiruvannamalai Adheenam Math with tiruvannamalai shiva blessing we will offer prayers for you and your family. We assure you that every single paisa donated will be utilized exclusively for the Annadanam service.

I wish to express my gratitude to God for all the blessings of tiruvannamalai shiva bestowed upon our lives.