Sri Kodandarama Swami Temple Brahmotsavams 2026 – Full Schedule & Devotee Guide
The Sri Kodandarama
Swami Temple at Buchireddipalem is one of the most revered Sri Rama temples
in Andhra Pradesh. Every year, the temple hosts grand Brahmotsavams,
drawing devotees from across the region. In 2026, the celebrations commence on March
26 and conclude on April 5, featuring a rich blend of rituals,
vahana sevas, and utsavams.
Brahmotsavam Schedule
2026
- March 26
– Ankurarpanam (7 pm – 9 pm)
- March 27
– Sri Rama Navami, Dwajarohanam (9:20 am – 10:20 am), Sesha
Vahana Seva (11 pm)
- March 28
– Suryaprabha Vahana Seva (9 am), Hamsa Vahana Seva (10:30
pm)
- March 29
– Tiruchi Utsavam (8:45 am), Yali Vahana Seva (10:30 pm)
- March 30
– Tiruchi Utsavam (9 am), Hanumantha Vahana Seva (11:30 pm)
- March 31
– Mohini Avataram (9:30 am), Garuda Seva (12 midnight)
- April 01
– Kalyanotsavam (7 pm), Gaja Vahana Seva (3 am)
- April 02
– Rathotsavam (10:30 am), Teppotsavam (8 pm), Ponna
Vahana Seva (11 pm)
- April 03
– Tiruchi Utsavam (9 am), Aswa Vahana Seva (10 pm)
- April 04
– Alakatopu Utsavam (9 am), Chakra Snanam (11 am), Dwajavarohanam
(8 pm)
- April 05
– Ekanta Seva (7 pm)
Highlights
- Sri Rama Navami (March 27):
Dwajarohanam and the divine Sesha Vahana Seva.
- Garuda Seva (March 31):
The most auspicious vahana seva, held at midnight.
- Kalyanotsavam (April 01):
Celestial wedding of Lord Rama and Goddess Sita.
- Rathotsavam & Teppotsavam (April
02): Grand chariot procession and boat festival.
- Chakra Snanam (April 04):
Sacred ritual bath marking the conclusion of Brahmotsavams.
Devotee Tips
- Best Days to Visit:
March 27 (Sri Rama Navami), March 31 (Garuda Seva), April 01
(Kalyanotsavam), April 02 (Rathotsavam & Teppotsavam).
- Travel:
Buchireddipalem is about 15 km from Nellore city. Nearest railway station:
Nellore.
- Crowd Management:
Expect heavy crowds during Garuda Seva and Rathotsavam. Arrive early,
follow queue arrangements, and use temple volunteers’ guidance.
- Offerings:
Devotees often offer coconuts, flowers, and prasadam during vahana sevas.
- Comfort:
Carry water, light footwear, and plan for late-night sevas like Garuda and
Hanumantha Vahana.
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