A Rs 10 lakh arch in memory of the man instrumental in conducting the Kumbabishekham of the famous Vanducherkuzhali Seshapureeswarar temple at Thirupamburam, 26 km from here, was inaugurated here today.

Natarasundaram wanted to build an arch for the temple, but passed away before it could be done. His wife undertook the task and sold her private property to get it constructed.

The Executive Officer of the temple Murugaiyan presided over the inauguration.

Special poojas were performed on the occassion. Vedic pundits recited slokas and prayers were offered after which the arch was declared open

The arch has three stone inscriptions and is built depicting Rahu and Ketu with the icons of Raghu on one side and Ketu on the other. Both are depicted in full form on the top of the arch with Sivalingam, temple sources said.

source: http://www.indianexpress.com / The Indian Express / Home> PTI / Kumbakonam / Friday, February 22nd, 2013