Devotees, mandatorily wearing masks and maintaining physical distancing, are now allowed to perform various prayers and rituals including Aksharabhyasam, the initiation of alphabets .
A native of Bellal village in Kaddam mandal, Vedma Gangaram won plaudits from many for bringing Jinka Anjaneyulu (28) ashore from swirling waters of Godavari, risking his life and showing spontaneity and valor.
