On 23rd march,2002 The ANNADHANAM THITTAM (Serving Free meals to the Poor and disabled) was inagurated by The Honourable Chief Minsiter of Tamil Nadu, From that day onwards,the lunch is served to the poor and disabled in the temple premises.There are atleast 120 to 130 persons daily, who benefit because of this scheme.They are served with rice, Sambar, Rasam, Kootu(Vegetable Mix) or Poriyal (Vegetable fry or boiled vegetables), Pappad, buttermilk and Pickle.
The food is prepared in a very hygenic way and tastily. People are requested to donate to this and participate in this programme. Devotees and public can donate for this programme for day or for one day in a year.
For a single day, a devotee has to donate Rs.1,500/-(Rupees One Thousand five hundred only). For Life time sponsorship, a sum of Rs.15,000/-(Rupees Fifteen Thousand only). This amount is deposited in the bank and the interest from the amount is used for meeting the expenses of the Annadhanam.for one day in a year .
The donation is exemted from Income Tax under DIT (E) No.248/2002-03 dt:29.8.2003. The payment should be made by Cheque or Cash or Demand Draft. Payment through
Cheque or DD should be made in Favour of
The Deputy Commissioner/Executive Officer,
Arulmigu Kapaleeswarar Temple,
Mylapore, Chennai-600004.
A full receipt is issued for payment towards this programme.