"devotees"

About 50,000 pilgrims thronged Vemulawada Rajarajeshwara Swamy shrine

Women thronged the temples since the early hours of the day and lit the earthen lamps (Kartheeka Deepams) on the premises of the temple

Only those between 10-60 years, having a medical certificate stating that they were fit to trek the holy hill, are being allowed to offer prayers.