The Siddhivinayak temple trust in Prabhadevi reported record earnings of Rs 133 crore for the financial year 2024-25, a 15% increase from the previous year. Effective administration and efficient darshan arrangements contributed to the increase, with revenues from donations, prasad sales, and gold-silver offerings.
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