The Sri Koneti
Rayaswamy Temple in Keelapatla, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh,
is preparing for its grand annual Brahmotsavams. This sacred festival,
celebrated with devotion and grandeur, will take place from April 24 to May
2, 2026, with daily vahana sevas, special rituals, and spiritual programs
that draw thousands of devotees.
Festival Schedule – April
& May 2026
- April 23:
Senadhipathi Utsavam and Ankurarpanam (preliminary rituals).
- April 24:
Dwajarohanam, Sesha Vahanam
(Evening).
- April 25:
Tiruchi Utsavam (Morning), Hamsa Vahanam (Evening).
- April 26:
Simha Vahanam (Morning), Mutyapu Pandiri Vahanam (Evening).
- April 27:
Kalpavriksha Vahanam (Morning), Sarvabhupala Vahanam
(Evening).
- April 28:
Pallaki Utsavam (Morning), Kalyanotsavam & Garuda
Vahanam (Evening).
- April 29:
Hanumanta Vahanam (Morning), Vasanthotsavam & Gaja
Vahanam (Evening).
- April 30:
Suryaprabha Vahanam (Morning), Chandraprabha Vahanam
(Evening).
- May 01:
Rathotsavam (Morning), Aswa Vahanam (Evening).
- May 02:
Chakra Snanam (Morning), Dwajavarohanam (Evening).
- May 03:
Pushpayagam (flower offering ritual).
Daily Vahana Sevas:
- Morning:
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
- Evening:
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Highlights of the
Brahmotsavams
- Garuda Vahanam (April 28):
A major highlight, symbolizing divine protection.
- Kalyanotsavam (April 28):
The celestial wedding ceremony of the Lord.
- Rathotsavam (May 1):
The grand chariot procession, drawing massive crowds.
- Chakra Snanam (May 2):
Sacred bath of the Sudarshana Chakra, marking purification.
- Pushpayagam (May 3):
A colorful ritual offering thousands of flowers to the deity.
Travel Guide
- Location:
Keelapatla, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh.
- Nearest Towns:
Madanapalle and Punganur.
- By Road:
Well connected by buses and taxis from Chittoor and Tirupati.
- By Rail:
Nearest railway stations are Chittoor and Tirupati.
- By Air:
Tirupati Airport (Renigunta) is the closest, about 100 km away.
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