Sri Narapura Venkateswara Swamy Temple – Pavithrotsavams 2025

 

Dates:

• Ankurarpanam: September 1, 2025
• Main Pavithrotsavam Days: September 2 to 4, 2025

Purpose of Pavithrotsavam

Pavithrotsavams are annual purification rituals performed to absolve any inadvertent mistakes or lapses committed during temple activities — whether by devotees or temple staff. These rituals uphold the sanctity and spiritual integrity of the temple.

Ritual Highlights

• September 1 (Ankurarpanam):
• Punyahavachanam
• Mrutsangrahanam (collection of sacred soil)
• Ankurarpanam (sowing of seeds symbolizing spiritual growth)
• September 2:
• Chaturstarchana
• Agni Pratishtha (sacred fire installation)
• Pavitra Pratishtha
• Evening Vedic rituals in Yagashala
• September 3:
• Pavitra Samarpana (offering of sacred threads)
• September 4:
• Purnahuti (final offering in the Yagna)
• Pavitra Vitarana (distribution of sacred threads)
• Procession of Utsava Murthis (deities) through the temple streets