On the evening of the sixth day of Srivari
Brahmotsavam, Lord Venkateswara enthralled the devotees on the Gaja Vahanam.
Elephant has been a vehicle of the Tirumala deity from time immemorial.
The richness of hindu mythology lies in its generosity
to provide a respectable position of worship even for various species of fauna.
Starting from Cow to Crow each of these creatures have a revered place in Hindu
scriptures. Among those blessed creatures, the mighty elephant occupies a pride
place being the vehicle of Goddess Laxmi Devi, the Consort of Lord Vishnu. To
appease His consort as well to bless the devotees with prosperity lord takes a
pleasure ride on Gaja Vahanam.
The procession of Lord Malayappa well decorated with
jewellery of pearls, diamonds and other precious stones atop the Elephant
vehicle is a celestial sight for all of his devotees.