Location:
Pushpagiri, 16 km from Cuddapah City, Andhra Pradesh
Dates: April 15 – April 23, 2026
About Pushpagiri
Pushpagiri, nestled on
the banks of the sacred Pennar (Pinakini) River, is renowned for its
numerous temples and spiritual heritage. Vaishnavas reverently call it Madhya
Ahobhilam, while Saivas regard it as Madhya Kailasam. The site is a
vibrant center of devotion, drawing pilgrims from across South India.
Every year, the grand Utsavams
of Sri Vaidyanadeswara Swamy and Sri Lakshmi Chennakesava Swamy are
celebrated with pomp and devotion. In 2026, the festivities commence on Chaitra
Bahula Trayodasi and conclude on Vaishaka Suddha Saptami.
Sri Vaidyanadeswara Swamy
Vahana Sevas – 2026 Schedule
- April 15:
Ankurarpana
- April 16:
Rudrabhishekam, Kumkumarchana, Agni Pratistha, Dwajarohana, Hamsa Vahana
Seva
- April 17:
Simha Vahana Seva
- April 18:
Purusha Mruga Vahana Seva
- April 19:
Mayura Vahana Seva
- April 20:
Nandi Vahana Seva
- April 21:
Sri Vaidyantha Swamy Kamakshi Amma Kalyanotsavam, Gaja Vahana Seva
- April 22:
Rathotsavam
- April 23:
Trisula Snanam, Purnahuthi, Dwajavarohana, Ravana Vahana Seva
Sri Lakshmi Chennakesava
Swamy Vahana Sevas – 2026 Schedule
- April 15:
Ankurarpana
- April 16:
Thomala Seva, Agni Pratistha, Dwajarohana, Bheri Puja, Tiruchi Vahana Seva
- April 17:
Hamsa Vahana Seva
- April 18:
Yali Vahana Seva
- April 19:
Chandanotsavam, Hanuman Vahana Seva
- April 20:
Pulangi Seva, Garuda Vahana Seva
- April 21:
Sri Chennakesava Swamy Kalyanotsavam, Gaja Vahana Seva
- April 22:
Rathotsavam
- April 23:
Chakra Snanam, Purnahuthi, Dwajavarohana, Pushpa Yagam
Spiritual Significance
The Pushpagiri Utsavams
are not just temple rituals but a living tradition that unites devotees in
devotion, music, and cultural expression. Each vahana seva symbolizes
divine attributes, while the kalyanotsavams represent the sacred union
of the deities. The concluding Rathotsavam and Snanam rituals
mark purification, renewal, and blessings for all participants.
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