Introduction
The
annual Pavithrotsavams of Sri Venkateswara Swamy, along with Sri Devi
and Bhu Devi, will be celebrated with religious fervour at Tondaman
Puram Temple from August 26 to August 28, 2026.
The
three-day festival will be conducted according to Agama traditions and
will feature several important rituals, including Pavitra Pratishta, Pavitra
Samarpana, Chatushtanarchana, Maha Poornahuti, Pavitra Vitarana, Snapana
Tirumanjanam and Chakrasnanam.
The
celebrations will begin with Ankurarpanam on August 25.
Tondaman
Puram Pavithrotsavams 2026 Dates
|
Event |
Date |
|
Ankurarpanam |
August
25, 2026 |
|
Pavithrotsavams |
August
26–28, 2026 |
|
Venue |
Tondaman
Puram Temple |
|
Main
Deities |
Sri
Venkateswara Swamy with Sri Devi & Bhu Devi |
August
25 – Ankurarpanam
The
Pavithrotsavams will formally commence with Ankurarpanam on August 25.
Time:
6:00 PM
The
ritual will be performed according to traditional Agama procedures and marks
the ceremonial beginning of the three-day festival.
August
26 – Pavitra Pratishta
The
first day of the main festival will feature Pavitra Pratishta in the
morning.
In
the evening, various Vedic rituals will be performed at the Yagashala
as part of the Pavithrotsavam celebrations.
August
27 – Pavitra Samarpana
The
second day will begin with Pavitra Samarpana in the morning.
In
the evening, Chatushtanarchana will be performed as part of the
traditional festival rituals.
August
28 – Maha Poornahuti
The
final day will feature several important rituals in the morning, including:
- Maha
Poornahuti
- Pavitra
Vitarana
- Snapana
Tirumanjanam
- Chakrasnanam
The
three-day Pavithrotsavams will conclude with a Gramotsavam in the evening.
Tondaman
Puram Pavithrotsavam Schedule
|
Date |
Programme |
|
August
25 |
Ankurarpanam
– 6:00 PM |
|
August
26 |
Pavitra
Pratishta – Morning; Vedic rituals – Evening |
|
August
27 |
Pavitra
Samarpana – Morning; Chatushtanarchana – Evening |
|
August
28 |
Maha
Poornahuti, Pavitra Vitarana, Snapana Tirumanjanam & Chakrasnanam –
Morning |
|
August
28 |
Gramotsavam
– Evening |
Significance
of Pavithrotsavams
Pavithrotsavams
are important purification festivals observed in accordance with Agama
traditions. Such festivals are conducted to seek divine blessings and maintain
the ritual purity and sanctity of temple worship.
The
sacred ceremonies provide devotees with an opportunity to participate in
traditional worship and seek the blessings of Sri Venkateswara Swamy and His
consorts Sri Devi and Bhu Devi.
Devotional
Music Programmes
As
part of the three-day celebrations, devotional music programmes will
also be organised.
The
programmes will be conducted under the auspices of the TTD Hindu Dharma
Prachara Parishad, adding a spiritual and cultural dimension to the
festival.
Frequently
Asked Questions
When
are Tondaman Puram Temple Pavithrotsavams 2026?
The
Pavithrotsavams will be celebrated from August 26 to 28, 2026.
When
is Ankurarpanam?
Ankurarpanam
will be performed on August 25 at 6:00 PM.
When
is Pavitra Pratishta?
Pavitra
Pratishta will be performed on the morning of August 26.
When
is Pavitra Samarpana?
Pavitra
Samarpana will be performed on the morning of August 27.
When
will the Pavithrotsavams conclude?
The
festival will conclude on August 28 after the morning rituals and
evening Gramotsavam.
Which
deities are worshipped during the festival?
The
celebrations are dedicated to Sri Venkateswara Swamy along with Sri Devi and
Bhu Devi.
Conclusion
The
Tondaman Puram Temple Pavithrotsavams 2026 will be a significant
three-day spiritual celebration from August 26 to 28. Beginning with
Ankurarpanam on August 25, the festival will feature sacred Agama rituals such
as Pavitra Pratishta, Pavitra Samarpana, Chatushtanarchana, Maha Poornahuti,
Pavitra Vitarana, Snapana Tirumanjanam and Chakrasnanam. The celebrations
will conclude with a grand Gramotsavam on August 28 evening. Devotees
are encouraged to participate in the festivities and seek the divine blessings
of Sri Venkateswara Swamy, Sri Devi and Bhu Devi.