follow us:
AP CM Chandrababu highlighted the grand arrangements for the Prabhala Theertham ceremony being organized at Jagganna Thota in Ambedkar Konaseema district. In a post, he assured devotees of all necessary facilities and recalled that the 476-year-old Jaggannathota Prabhala Theertham has been accorded official state festival status.
The consecutive Sankranti holidays have triggered a huge surge of devotees at Tirumala, with all-day darshan queues stretching up to Krishna Teja Guest House. Accommodation shortages have forced some pilgrims to rest in lockers, while footpath congestion adds to the challenge. The TTD is actively coordinating arrangements to minimize hardships for devotees.
Spiritual fervor fills Srisailam as the Makar Sankranti Brahmotsavams enter their fifth day in grand splendor today. Devotees are drawn to the divine spectacle of Mallikarjuna and Bhramaramba blessing devotees atop the Ravana Vahanam. Echoes of auspicious music, rhythmic dances, and devotional chants create an atmosphere of sacred celebration.
Tirumala will witness grand celebrations of Srivari Parveta Utsavam on Kanuma, Jan 16, alongside the sacred Godadevi Parinayotsavam. Goddess Andal will take her garlands in a ceremonial procession from Peddajiyar Math to Srivari temple early in the morning. Later at 1 pm, Malayappa Swamy and Sri Krishna Swamy will grace the Parveta Mandapam for festivities.
HIT TV warmly wishes its viewers a joyous Sankranti! Celebrated with vibrant floral decorations, gobbemma art, and the soulful melodies of Haridas, the festival showcases India’s rich heritage. As sacred flames rise, may they cleanse negativity and usher in hope, prosperity, and happiness. HIT TV hopes every home is filled with festive cheer this season.
The 4th day of the Makar Sankranti Brahmotsavam will be celebrated with splendor at Srisailam in the Nandyal district of AP. As part of the festivities, special pujas will be held on the sacred Nandi Vahana in the evening. Temple authorities announced that vibrant village processions will fill the streets, followed by nighttime Brahmotsavam for […]
Sri Godadevi Kalyanam, celebrated on Bhogi festival day, holds immense religious and cultural significance in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. It symbolizes the divine marriage of Goddess Godadevi, invoking prosperity, happiness, and marital bliss for devotees. The day is marked with rituals, decorations, and offerings, reflecting the deep connection.
➢Andhra Pradesh & Telangana: Bhogi & Sankranti➢Tamil Nadu & Puducherry: Pongal➢Karnataka: Sankranti, & Suggi Habba➢Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Odisha & Goa: Makar Sankranti➢Gujarat: Uttarayan➢Punjab & Haryana: Maghi➢Assam: Magh Bihu➢West Bengal & Sikkim: Poush Sankranti
At Tirumala temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, devotees are waiting in 4 compartments for darshan today. Sarvadarshan without tokens currently takes around 4 hours. On Tuesday, 73,014 devotees had darshan of Lord Venkateswara, and 19,639 offered tonsuring. The TTD reported a Hundi collection of ₹4.27 crore on the same day, Jan 13th.
Bhogi, the first day of Pongal, marks the celebration of transformation and new beginnings. Observed mainly in South India, people discard old belongings and light bonfires to symbolize letting go of the past. Homes are cleaned and decorated, and families gather to rejoice. Bhogi embodies hope, renewal, and the spirit of togetherness.
At Tirumala temple in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, devotees are waiting in 11 compartments for darshan today. Sarvadarshan without tokens currently takes around 9 hours. On Monday, 68,542 devotees had darshan of Lord Venkateswara, and 22,372 offered tonsuring. The TTD reported a Hundi collection of ₹3.98 crore on the same day, Jan 12th.
The grand Sri Godadevi Ranganayaka Swamy Kalyanam will take place tomorrow at 10 am at Sri Seetha Ramachandra Swamy in Kaleshwara Muktheeswara Temple in Jayashankar Bhupalpally district, Telangana. Later, Makar Sankranti-themed three-legged races are scheduled at 12 noon within the temple premises. The event promises a vibrant celebration of tradition.
Preparations have begun for the annual Brahmotsavams of Kodandarama Swamy at Ontimitta in AP’s Kadapa district, scheduled for March 2026. Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams has sanctioned an initial ₹1.20 crore to support arrangements. The amount will be used for drinking water facilities, mobile toilets, painting works, lime, sanitation and decorative cut outs.
Sankranti Brahmotsavams are being celebrated with devotion at the sacred Srisaila Mahakshetra in Nandyal district, which commenced yesterday. Temple EO Srinivasa Rao performed the Yagasala entry and rituals to Lord Chandishwara. The festivities will continue until Jan 18, during which Lord Shiva and Goddess Bhramarambha will bless devotees with processions.
Perched on a hill, Pavagadh’s Kalika Mata Temple is a revered Shakti Peeth, linked to Goddess Sati. Open 6 am–7:30 pm, best visited October–February, it’s accessible by road, rail, or Vadodara Airport. Explore Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park, local handicrafts, and hilltop views. The climb ends at the temple, but the spiritual calm lingers.