On May 3rd, In the evening, Jagadguru Sri Sannidhanam arrived at Kumbhashi, continuing the Vijaya Yatra from Padubidri, and graced the Deepanjali event at the Kumbhashi Sringeri Shankara Math, where devotees performed special aarti to Sri Sannidhanam. Sri Sannidhanam delivered Anugraha Bhashanam to the assembled devotees and later completed the nightly Sri Chandramoulishwara Puja.
On May 4th, in the morning, Jagadguru Sri Sannidhanam performed Vishesha Puja to Lord Ayyappa at Kumbhashi. Thereafter, Sri Sannidhanam inaugurated the newly built ratha by performing puja to the Sri Ayyappa Swami Utsava Murti placed on it. Following this, the Rathotsava of Lord Ayyappa was conducted in the divine presence of Sri Sannidhanam.
Later, Jagadguru Sri Sannidhanam graced the sabha, where students of the Shikshana Shibira presented a Yakshagana performance. The winners of various Shankara Jayanti competitions were then honoured in His presence. Sri Sannidhanam delivered Anugraha Bhashanam to all the assembled devotees and subsequently gave darshan to them.
Jagadguru Shankaracharya Sri Sri Vidhushekhara Bharati Sannidhanam conferred the 'Jagadguru Sri Bharati Tirtha Puraskar' upon Sri Maranakatte Krishnamurti Manja on May 4, 2026, at Kumbashi (Anegudde). The prestigious award was presented in recognition of his longstanding and exemplary contributions to dharmic, educational, cultural, and social upliftment.
Born into a humble family and deeply devoted to the Sringeri Guru Parampara from an early age, Sri Maranakatte Krishnamurti Manja rose to great success through hard work, perseverance, and steadfast values rooted in Dharma. While many achieve prosperity in life, only a rare few dedicate their success towards the welfare of society. Sri Krishnamurti Manja stands as an inspiring example of one who has harmoniously combined material success with selfless service and social responsibility.
A distinguished philanthropist and patron of Sanatana Dharma, Sri Krishnamurti Manja has rendered remarkable service through sustained support to temples, Vedic and educational institutions, artists, students, and numerous humanitarian initiatives. Through various charitable activities and trusts established under his guidance, he has consistently extended assistance towards healthcare, education, temple restoration, cultural preservation, and the welfare of the underprivileged. His contributions towards the preservation and promotion of traditional arts, especially Yakshagana, as well as his active encouragement of social and spiritual causes, have earned him deep respect and admiration across Karnataka and beyond.
