Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swami Temple Tharigonda Brahmotsavams 2026 Dates & Schedule

Location: Tharigonda village, Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh
Special Note: Birthplace of Tarigonda Vengamamba
Festival Dates: February 23 – March 05, 2026

2026 Detailed Schedule

Date	Events & Sevas
Feb 23	Ankurarpana (ritual sowing of seeds)
Feb 24	Dwajarohanam (Flag Hoisting, 8 AM), Hamsa Vahanam
Feb 25	Mutyapupandiri Vahanam, Hanumantha Vahanam
Feb 26	Kalpavruksha Vahanam, Simha Vahanam
Feb 27	Tiruchi Utsavam, Pedda Sesha Vahanam
Feb 28	Tiruchi Utsavam, Gaja Vahanam
Mar 01	Sarvabhupala Vahanam, Kalyanotsavam, Garuda Vahanam
Mar 02	Rathotsavam (Chariot Festival), Dhuli Utsavam
Mar 03	Suryaprabha Vahanam, Chandraprabha Vahanam, Paruveta Utsavam, Aswa Vahana Seva
Mar 04	Vasantotsavam, Chakrasnanam, Dwajavarohanam (Flag Lowering)
Mar 05	Pushpa Yagam (Flower Offering Ritual)

Highlights

• Garuda Vahanam (Mar 01): The most significant procession, drawing large crowds.
• Rathotsavam (Mar 02): The grand chariot festival, symbolizing divine journey among devotees.
• Chakrasnanam (Mar 04): Sacred bath of the Sudarshana Chakra, marking purification and conclusion.
• Pushpa Yagam (Mar 05): A colorful floral offering, symbolizing gratitude and devotion.

How to Reach

• By Road:
• Tharigonda lies about 5–6 km from Vayalpadu (Valmikipuram) towards Gurramkonda.
• Regular buses and autos are available from nearby towns like Madanapalle, Pileru, and Tirupati.
• Private vehicles or taxis are convenient if you’re coming from Tirupati (approx. 70 km away).
• By Rail:
• The nearest railway station is Madanapalle Road (MDP), about 30 km away.
• From there, buses and taxis connect to Vayalpadu and onward to Tharigonda.
• By Air:
• The closest airport is Tirupati Airport (Renigunta), around 90 km from the temple.
• From Tirupati, you can hire a cab or take buses towards Madanapalle/Pileru.