Location:
Bhadrakali Temple, Warangal, Telangana
Dates: April 19 – April 30, 2026
About Bhadrakali Temple
The Bhadrakali Temple
in Warangal is one of the oldest shrines dedicated to Goddess Bhadrakali. It is a spiritual landmark that
blends history, devotion, and cultural heritage. Every year, the temple hosts
the Brahmotsavam, a grand festival filled with rituals, vahana sevas,
and celebrations that draw thousands of devotees.
Brahmotsavam 2026
Schedule
April 19
- Ankurarpana
- Ganapathi Puja
- Mushika Vahana Seva (morning)
- Sri Subramanya Swamy Puja
- Nemali Vahana Seva (evening)
April 20
- Dwajarohanam
- Vrushaba Vahana Seva (morning)
- Mruga Vahana Seva (evening)
April 21
- Edurukolu
- Makara Vahana Seva (morning)
- Chandraprabha Vahana Seva (evening)
April 22
- Sri Bhadrakali Bhadreswarula
Kalyanotsavam (7 pm)
- Simha Vahana Seva (morning)
- Gaja Vahana Seva (evening)
April 23
- Sadsyam
- Suryaprabha Vahana Seva
- Hamsa Vahana Seva
April 24
- Pallaki Seva
- Sesha Vahana Seva
April 25
- Gandhotsavam
- Salabanjika Seva
April 26
- Haridrotsavam
- Rathotsavam
April 27
- Dolotsavam
- Aswavahana Seva
April 28
- Vasantotsavam
- Chaturnatha Seva
- Vimanaka Seva
April 29
- Maha Purnahuthi
- Saraba Vahana Seva
- Pushparatha Seva
April 30
- Chakra Snanam
- Dwajavarohanam
- Pushpa Yagam
Spiritual Significance
The Brahmotsavam at Bhadrakali Temple is a celebration of divine energy and maternal protection. Each vahana seva represents a symbolic aspect of Goddess Bhadrakali’s power, while the Kalyanotsavam and Rathotsavam highlight her blessings for prosperity and harmony. The concluding rituals, including Chakra Snanam and Pushpa Yagam, mark purification, renewal, and thanksgiving.
Getting Here
By Train
- Warangal Railway Station
is a major junction on the Secunderabad–Kazipet–Vijayawada line.
- Regular trains connect Warangal to
Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Chennai, and other South Indian cities.
- From the station, the temple is about
5 km away, easily reachable by auto or cab.
By Road
- Warangal is well connected by TSRTC
buses from Hyderabad (approx. 150 km, 3–4 hours).
- Private buses also operate from
Vijayawada, Tirupati, and Bengaluru.
- Local autos and cabs are available
for short rides within the city.
By Air
- The nearest airport is Rajiv
Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad (around 160 km).
- From the airport, you can take a cab or bus to Warangal.
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