Sri Jadala Ramalingeswara Swamy Temple Brahmotsavams 2026 – Dates, Events & Travel Guide

Location

Sri Jadala Ramalingeswara Swamy Temple is located in Chervugattu (Yellareddygudem) village, Narketpally Mandal, Nalgonda District, Telangana. It is one of the most famous temples in the region, attracting thousands of devotees during its annual Brahmotsavams.

About the Festival

The Brahmotsavams are celebrated with great devotion and include special pujas, vahana sevas (processions), and cultural programs. Each day has its own spiritual significance, with rituals performed early in the morning and evening.

Brahmotsavam Dates – 2026

• January 23 – Nagarotsavam in Nalgonda
• January 25 – Ganapati Puja, Akandha Stapana
• January 26 – Kalyanotsavam (early morning)
• January 28 – Agnigundalu (early morning)
• January 29 – Dopotsavam, Aswa Vahana Seva (early morning)
• January 29 – Maha Purnahuthi, Pushpotsavam, Ekanta Seva
• January 30 – Gaja Vahana Seva

Highlights

• Kalyanotsavam (Jan 26): The divine wedding ceremony of Lord Ramalingeswara Swamy.
• Agnigundalu (Jan 28): A sacred fire ritual performed with devotion.
• Aswa Vahana Seva (Jan 29): Lord’s procession on the horse vahana.
• Gaja Vahana Seva (Jan 30): Lord’s procession on the elephant vahana, a grand closing highlight.

Getting Here

By Road

• From Nalgonda Town: The temple is about 15 km away. Autos, taxis, and local buses are available.
• From Hyderabad: Around 100 km via NH-65, ~2 hours by car or bus.
• From Vijayawada: About 170 km, ~3.5 hours by car or bus.
• APSRTC buses connect Hyderabad → Nalgonda → Chervugattu regularly.

By Rail

• Nearest Railway Station: Nalgonda Railway Station, ~15 km from the temple.
• Well connected to Hyderabad, Secunderabad, Vijayawada, and Guntur.
• From the station, autos and taxis are available to reach Chervugattu village.

By Air

• Nearest Airport: Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad, ~110 km away.
• From the airport, taxis and buses are available to Nalgonda, then onward to the temple.