Naivedyam Offerings to Goddess Padmavathi – Agama Shastra Insights

 

Divine Identity and Significance

• Sri Padmavathi Ammavaru is the Kaliyuga incarnation of Goddess Mahalakshmi, residing eternally in the sacred heart (Vakshasthala) of Lord Srinivasa.
• As per Puranas, She incarnated at Tiruchanur (Tiruchuknoor) to protect Her children and uphold dharma.
• She is honored as Pattapu Rani (Chief Royal Queen), enjoying equal status in all Utsavams and rituals as Lord Venkateswara at Tirumala.

Utsavams and Ritual Parity

• Ammavaru participates in:
• Brahmotsavam
• Pavitrotsavam
• Vasantotsavam
• Srimathi Utsavam – symbolizing equal honor for women.
• Dittam (Naivedyam scale) is revised per Agama Shastras, ensuring parity with Lord Srinivasa’s offerings.

Naivedyam Offerings (Daily & Special)

• Daily Bells:
• First Bell: Pulihora, Curd Rice, Chakkara Pongal, Plain Pongal, Seera/Kesar
• Second Bell: Matra (Curd + Milk, no salt/mustard)
• Night Bell: Pulihora, Curd Rice, Chakkara Pongal
• Ekanta Seva: Hot Milk with Elachi, Clove, Saffron
• Unjal Seva: Sundal (Guggillu)
• Friday Specials:
• Vegetable Kadambam, Pulihora, Dosa, Sundal
• Utsavam Naivedyam:
• Pavitrotsavam: Lemon Rice, Coconut Rice, Laddu, Vada, Badusha
• Tiruppavada (Thursday): Jilebi, Pulihora, Murukku
• Ekanta Seva: Ksheerannam
• Recent Additions: Besan Laddu, Vada (also sold to devotees)
• Free Annaprasadam: Distributed daily near the temple.

Panchami Theertham – Kartika Brahmotsavam Finale

• Lord Venkateswara sends paraphernalia and Naivedyam from Tirumala to Tiruchanur.
• Includes 102 each of Big Laddus, Vadas, Murukku, Appam, Jilebi—divided into 42 baskets.
• Procession from Tirumala to Tiruchanur is a visual feast, symbolizing divine affection and unity.