Sri Raja Ganapathy, the royal remover of obstacles, is famously worshipped in Salem, Tamil Nadu. Devotees pray to Him for wisdom, success, and auspicious beginnings.

Sri Amrutha Kadeshwarar of Thirukadaiyur protected Markandeya from death, symbolizing eternal grace and devotion. Devotees perform Ayushya Homam and special prayers for longevity, including the Sashtiaptha Poorthi (60th) milestone.

Sri Abirami Amman of Thirukadaiyur is the compassionate Divine Mother, who blesses and protects her devotees. She saved her devotee Abhirami Bhattar by turning Amavasya into Oournami with her shining node ring. Devotees pray to her for protection, fulfillment of wishes, and well-being in their daily lives.

Sri Venkatachalapathy of Tirumala is the compassionate Lord who blesses and protects his devotees. Devotees pray to him for fulfillment of wishes, prosperity, and peace in their lives. He is revered for granting relief from hardships and guiding devotees on the path of dharma.

Sri Mahalakshmi Thayar of Tirumala is the gracious Goddess who blesses and protects her devotees. Devotees pray to her for prosperity, harmony, and well-being in their homes. She is celebrated as the Divine Mother who emerged from the Samudra Manthan (Churning of the Ocean) and became Vishnu’s eternal consort.

Lord Subramanyar of Thiruthani, one of the Arupadai Veedu (six sacred abodes), blesses devotees along with his consorts Valli and Devasena. Thiruthani is a place to find peace and spiritual solace, where the deity rested after defeating the demon king Soorapadhman and holds the Vajra Hastam, symbolizing wisdom, rather than his usual spear (Vel). Devotees pray to Lord Subramanyar, Valli, and Devasena for strenghth, guidance, and victory over obstacles in life.

Goddess Durga, revered as Sri Jaya Durgai, is fierce yet compassionate deity who blesses and protects her devotees. She is standing on the head of a buffalo, holding the conch (shankh) gifted by Varuna, symbolizing the sacred sound Aum, and the discus (chakra) gifted by Vishnu, representing the power to destroy evil and uphold righteousness, Her calm and smiling demeanor reflects the serene strength that protects her devotees. Devotees pray to Goddess Durga for courage, safety, and triumph over challenges in life.

Sri Kaala Bhairavar, one of the eight fierce forms of Lord Shiva, is revered as the guardian of space, the protector of devotees, and the Kshetra Pala (guardian of temple complexes). Sri Kaala Bhairavar, along with his seven other forms—Asitanga, Samhara, Ruru, Krodha, Kapala, Rudra, and Unmatta, guards the eight directions and the abode of Lord Shiva. He embodies the destructive aspect of the divine, annihilating ego and negativity, as well as the guardian of time and cosmic order. Sri Kaala Bhairavar is worshipped for removing fear, warding off negative forces, and granting courage and prosperity. Devotees pray to him for protection, timely success in endeavors, and the removal of obstacles.

The Navagrahams include the nine celestial deities who influence various aspects of life: Surya (Sun), Chandra (Moon), Mangala (Mars), Budhan (Mercury), Guru (Jupiter), Shukra (Venus), Shani (Saturn), Rahu, and Ketu. Worshipping them is believed to remove obstacles, mitigate negative planetary influences, and bring peace, prosperity, and harmony.