Tirupati, Aug. 27 -- Andhra Pradesh Minister for Endowments Aanam Ramanarayana Reddy today said that 'Dhoopa Deepa Naivadhyam' is being performed in 5,250 temples in the state.

The Endowment Minister presented silk robes to Lord Ganesh at the famous Kanipakam Vinayaka temple on the occasion of the beginning of Brahmotsavalu during the day. The Ganesh Brahmotsavlu will be held at the temple till September 16.

The Minister also inaugurated the 'Anna Prasada Vitarana' building at the temple today. The building was constructed for Rs 4 crore. He said that some other development works are being carried out at the temple for the convenience of the devotees.

Endowment Minister Ramanarayana Reddy, accompanied by MLAs Muralimohan, Jaganmohan, dis...