December 31, 2008 marked the ninth day of the Grand Bhramotsav 2008 celebrations at the Nithyananda Vedic Temple. The evening celebration included the special Sri Vidya Puja, Maha Arati and Maha Prasad. Afterwards, several participants of "Inner Awakening" program with the Master in the energy field of Bidadi for the 21-day program.

As midnight neared, devotees gathered in the Temple for the beautiful Midnight Maha Arati to welcome in the new year, 2009.

The festivities will continue from 6-10pm daily as part of a 11-day festival in honor of Swamiji's birthday, January 1, 2009. On January 1st, all-day celebrations will be conducted at the Temple. More information about schedule and daily events can be found at the BlissFestival.org.

Following are pictures from Bhramotsav Celebrations, Day 9.