Raichur, May 13 -- The famous Mantralaya Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt, considered one of the most revered spiritual centres in Karnataka, has collected Rs 2.78 crore in offerings during a 20-day hundi counting exercise conducted for the months of April and May.

According to official data released after the completion of the counting process, a total of Rs 2,78,19,526 was received as devotees' offerings. This includes Rs 2,69,28,176 in currency notes and Rs 8,91,350 in coins. In addition, devotees have also contributed gold and silver ornaments as part of their offerings to the deity.

Gold, silver offerings

Temple authorities said that 15.100 grams of gold and 751 grams of silver were deposited in the hundi during this period, reflecting ...