Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple Brahmotsavam 2026 – Palem Village, Telangana

Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Palem Village is one of the most revered temples in the region. Devotees from surrounding areas gather here in large numbers to participate in the annual Brahmotsavam, which will commence on January 20, 2026.

Festival Schedule

January 20 – Ankurarpana, Koil Alwar Tirumanjanam, Abhishekam, Hamsa Vahana Seva
January 21 – Dwajarohana, Homam, Baliharana, Hanuman Vahana Seva
January 22 – Prabanda Parayana, Laksha Pushpa Archana, Garuda Vahana Seva, Nivedana, Edurukolu
January 23 – Sri Venkateswara Swamy Kalyanam, Gaja Vahana Seva
January 24 – Nitya Aradhana, Pallaki Seva
January 25 – Satyanarayana Swamy Vratam, Ratha Homam, Rathotsavam
January 26 – Uddala Mahotsavam, Aswa Vahana Seva
January 27 – Chakra Snanam, Nivedana, Sesha Vahana Seva

Highlights

Garuda Vahana Seva (Jan 22) – The most auspicious and grand procession.
Sri Venkateswara Swamy Kalyanam (Jan 23) – Divine celestial wedding ceremony.
Rathotsavam (Jan 25) – The majestic chariot procession, drawing huge crowds.
Chakra Snanam (Jan 27) – Concluding ritual bath of the Sudarshana Chakra, marking the end of Brahmotsavam.

Getting Here

By Road:

Palem Village is well connected by local roads from Mahabubnagar town (approx. 40 km).
Regular buses and private autos operate from Bijinapally and nearby towns.
Devotees traveling from Hyderabad can reach Mahabubnagar via NH-44 and then proceed to Palem.

By Rail:

The nearest major railway station is Mahabubnagar Railway Station, connected to Hyderabad, Kurnool, and other regional hubs.
From the station, local transport (taxis, autos, buses) can take you to Palem Village.

By Air:

The nearest airport is Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad (approx. 120 km).
From the airport, devotees can hire cabs or take buses towards Mahabubnagar and then reach Palem.

Pilgrim Tips

Plan Ahead: The Garuda Vahana Seva (Jan 22), Kalyanam (Jan 23), and Rathotsavam (Jan 25) will draw the largest crowds. Arrive early to secure good darshan.
Stay Options: Mahabubnagar town offers lodges and hotels. For a more devotional experience, check if local dharmashalas or temple guest houses are available.
Carry Essentials: Water bottles, light snacks, and comfortable footwear are recommended, as vahana sevas and processions can be long.
Traditional Offerings: Carry flowers, coconuts, and prasadam items if you wish to make offerings.
Photography: Respect temple rules—some rituals may restrict photography.
Weather: January evenings can be cool in Telangana; carry a shawl or light sweater.
Community Spirit: Join in local bhajans, cultural programmes, and seva activities to experience the full spirit of Brahmotsavam.