SHRIDI - GURU JI BIRTHDAY

The Shirdi Saibaba Temple in Keerappakkam is located in a beautiful, serene spot on Kothumalai hill. Because it is a hill temple and relatively simple in its current construction (bricks and cement), there are several meaningful ways you can help it grow and serve more devotees. 1. Thursday Volunteering (Special Pooja Days) The temple follows Shirdi traditions, and Thursdays are the most active days. Annadhanam Service: You can sponsor or help distribute food (Annadhanam) to the devotees and villagers who climb the hill. Pooja Supplies: Donating items specifically for the Thursday special Harathi—such as oil, ghee, vastram (clothes) for the Baba statue, or flowers—is a direct way to support the daily operations. 2. Improving Accessibility Since the temple is situated on the middle part of Aingolamalai: Path Maintenance: You can volunteer to help clear the walking path to the temple, ensuring it is safe for elderly devotees. Signage: Helping the temple set up clear direction boards from the Keerappakkam Perumal temple bus stop (where buses 55D and 55K stop) can help more pilgrims find the way. 3. Supporting the Infrastructure The current structure consists mainly of a sanctum and a mandapam. Civil Work: If you have the means, you can contribute toward the expansion of the mandapam or the maintenance of the "Dhuni" (the sacred fireplace used for cooking/rituals). Greenery: Helping maintain the area around the temple by planting trees or flowering plants suited for the hill terrain can enhance the spiritual atmosphere. 4. Spreading Awareness Many people visit the nearby Vandalur or Kelambakkam areas without knowing about this peaceful hill temple. Digital Support: Sharing the temple's history and location on social media or local community groups can help increase the "Kootam" (crowd), which naturally leads to more support and development for the temple. Temple Contact Details If you wish to speak with the organizers about specific needs (like sponsoring a particular pooja or offering physical service), you can reach out to these numbers associated with the Keerappakkam Baba temple: Mobile: +91 93606 77305 Alternative: +91 98412 03311 Temple Timings: Morning: 7:00 AM – 1:00 AM Evening: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Are you planning to visit the temple soon for a specific occasion or to speak with the administrators?