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History - Sri Gowri Parameswari Devalayam

Laid Foundation Stone of Sri Gowri Seva Sangham – 20 June 1943

Sri Gowri Seva Sangham was established to preserve temple traditions, manage religious activities, and serve the spiritual needs of the community.

Community Hall - 5 September 1950

The Community Hall was constructed on 05-09-1950 to support religious gatherings, cultural programs, annadanam, and community activities.

Sri Gowri Panchayatana Temple – 31 August 1958

On 31-08-1958, the main five temples of Sri Ganesh, Sri Shiva, Sri Gowri Devi, Sri Lakshmi Narayana, and Sri Suryanarayana were constructed and consecrated, forming the spiritual foundation of the temple complex.

Navagraha Sannidhi – 1 October 1968

The Navagrahalu Sannidhi was established on 01-10-1968 to help devotees seek astrological balance and spiritual harmony.

Ramakoti Stupham – 9 May 1974

The Ramakoti Stupham was constructed on 09-05-1974, symbolizing devotion through the continuous chanting of Lord Rama’s divine name.

Geetha Mandhiram – 20 December 1974

The Geetha Mandiram was established on 20-12-1974, strengthening bhakti, dharma, and spiritual teachings within the temple premises.

Sri Santoshi Mata Sannidhi – 28 July 1982

The Santoshi Mata Sannidhi was constructed on 28-07-1982, becoming a sacred place for devotees seeking peace, prosperity, and family harmony.

Ayyappa Swami Sannidhi – 30 September 1987

The Ayyappa Swami Sannidhi was established on 30-09-1987, supporting disciplined worship and Mandala season observances.

Sri Rama Sannidhi – 20 Dec 1974

The laying of the foundation stone of the Sri Ramalaya marks the beginning of the construction of the temple and symbolizes the faith and dedication of the devotees. This sacred act marks the beginning of the construction of the temple of Lord Rama and is considered an important milestone for the establishment of religion, spiritual glory, and social unity.

Sanga Sthapakulu

Sri. Bhogalingam Dadi

Founding Presidents of the Society 1943-46

Union Secretary 1946-52

Municipal Council Presidents

Founding Executive Committee Members of Anakapalle Merchant Association 1942

Trade Union Secretary 1950-54

A.M.A.L College Correspondent 1968-70

A.M.A.L College President 1970-72

He was a pioneer and leader in bringing awareness in the commercial and social fields among the Gouri nationals. His efforts in establishing Sri Gouri Seva Sangha are memorable.

Sri. Malla Jaganadham

Founder Secretary of the Society 1943-46; 1952-58; 1964-69

Presidents 1946-52

Members of the Municipal Corporation

Founding Executive Committee Members of Anakapalle Merchant Association 1942

Secretary of Anakapalle Chamber of Commerce 1948-50

Mithabashi, who continuously rendered service to the Gauri Seva Sangha, will never be forgotten for his tireless dedication and hard work in establishing the Sangha, constructing the Shri Gowri Parameshwari Panchayat Temple, and successfully organizing prestigious programs. Every year, he donated a building on the main road to the Sangha for the welfare expenses of Shri Gowri Parameshwari. In his memory, an open air theater was built in the Sangha premises.

Sri. Konthala Appalaswami

Founding Treasurer 1943

President 1952-60; 1961-62; 1964-69

Secretary 1962-64

Secretary of Anakapalle Merchants Association 1954-58; 1959-60

Venkata Swamy Naidu, Trade Association

President of Maternity Hospital 1968-69

Trustees of Dibbaveedi Sitaramaswamy Temple

These are people who have served the public with honesty and dedication and have contributed greatly to the establishment of the Shri Gowri Seva Sangh.

Sri. Konathala Jaggappalaswami

Founding Executive Committee Members

President 1972-79

Secretary 1958-60

Members of the Municipal Corporation

Secretary of Anakapalle Chamber of Commerce 1967

They made special efforts in the establishment and management of Sri Gowri Seva Sangha and constructed the Ramakoti pillar in the temple premises. They established Sri Gowri Geeta Mahila Sangha to achieve cultural development among women of the Gowri community and made memorable efforts in getting women to study the Bhagavad Gita. The Konathalai Jaggappalaswamy Charitable Trust, established in their name, runs a high school.

Sri. Buddha Vererunaidu

Founding Executive Committee Members

Society Treasurer 1944-46;1984-85

Members of the Municipal Corporation

A.M.A.L. College Correspondent 1972-74

Andhra University Senate Member 1973-74

Honorary Bench Magistrate

Trustee of the Pedda Ramaswamy Temple

Since the founding of the association, he has made significant contributions to the management of the association and the activities of other organizations.

Prothsahakulu

Sri. Korukonda Lingamurthy

Sri Lingamurthy, the founder of the Anakapalle Merchant Association, made great efforts to achieve a unanimous decision among the members of the Merchant Association to provide a share of the dharma collection to the Gowri Seva Sangha, and bestowed his blessings on the establishment of the Gowri Seva Sangha.

Sri.Pilla peda Paradeshi Naidu

Along with prominent figures like Smt. Bharathi Devi Ranga, he fought against the British rule. He served as the Vice-Chairman of Anakapalle Municipal Corporation for 5 years and made significant contributions to the construction of the Nidanam Doddi Municipal Corporation Hospital. He was elected as the President of the All India Gowrikula Sangh in 1946 and along with Sati, he laid the foundation stone for the construction of the Sri Gauri Parameshwari Panchayat Temple on 10-2-1946 and became a memorable figure.

Sri. Sri Malla Ramaiah

Sri Malla Ramaiah Garu's Appalanaidu and Sanyasamma couple

The eldest son of Malla Ramayya, the founding secretary of the Sangha, Sri Malla Jagannathanga, and the prominent businessman, Sri Malla Appala Naidugaru, along with his wife, Sanyasamma, performed the consecration of the Sri Gauri Parameshwari Panchayat Temple on 31-8-1958 and became famous.

Sri Sri Sri Chidgaganananda Swami

Sriman Chidgaganananda Swami, the head of the Balighattam Brahmananda Ashram, was a spiritual icon who bestowed his blessings on the temple construction, from the foundation stone laying ceremony to the consecration ceremony.

Aalaya Pradhana Poojari / Mukhya Poojari

Sri. Sri Varjula Narasimha Charya

The local Venkateswara temple priests, prominent farmers' servants, and good men who have served as guides and well-wishers since the beginning of the Sangha have contributed significantly to the management of the temple by offering their invaluable advice.

Sri Vanamali Venkataramaiah Vargyulu

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Sri Ampolu Rudrakoteeshwara Sharma

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