Simhachalam Giri Pradakshina

Giri Pradakshina: Ten years of oil, for the feet that walk the Simhachalam hill

Shri Satya Sai Baba devotees boil sesame oil with black pepper, garlic, vetiver roots, camphor and ajwain, a service they have offered for ten years to those walking the 32-km route

Over two lakh on the Simhachalam Giri Pradakshina route; 1.35 lakh set out in an hour

The walk began at the Tholi Pavancha in the early hours, and by mid-morning pilgrims had reached Hanumanthawaka Junction, 11 km into the route; officials expect the numbers to rise sharply after the ceremonial chariot leaves the temple

Volunteers extend support to Giri Pradakshina pilgrims