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Vaikunta Ekadasi Adyayanotsavams in Bhadrachalam temple will start on December 31, 2024. i.e. from Margashira Bahula Amavasya to Pushya Bahula Panchami. From December 31, 2024 to January 10, 2025 – Adyayanotsavam December 31, 2024 to January 09 – Pagal Pattu Utsavam From January 10 to January 20 – Rapattu Utsavam  There is no Nitya Kalyanotsavam seva from December 31 to January 10. 2025 Dates  December 31 – Matsya Avataram, Pagalpattu Ustavam Starts. January 01  – Kurma Avataram January 02 – Varaha Avataram January 03 -  Narasimha Avataram January 04 - Vamana Avataram January 05 - Parasurama Avataram January 06 - Sri Rama Avataram January 07 - Balarama Avataram January 08 – Sri Krishna Avataram, Kudarai Pasurotsavam January 09 -  Teppotsavam (4 pm), Pagal Pattu Ustavam Ends. January 10 - Vaikunta Ekadasi, 5am Uttaradwara Darsanam.                      ...

  Skanda Sasthi is dedicated to Lord Murugan or Subramanya Swamy. It is the sixth day of every lunar fortnight in the Hindu Calendar. The Shasti falling during the waxing phase of the moon is celebrated as the Skanda Sashti. Devotees of Lord Murugan Observe Full or Partial Fast on this day. They also perform Special Pujas to Lord Murugan on this day. Chanting Skanda Sashti kavacham on this day is Auspicious. Devotees organize Bhajan and Kirtan programs on a grand scale.  Married couples with no children offer special prayers to seek Murugan's blessings for a child. Skanda Sashti is celebrated as a six-day festival in the Tamil month of Aippasi. Skanda Puranam  : According to Skanda Puranam, three asuras Soorapadman, Singamugasuran, and Tharakasuran were causing great trouble to the celestial Devas. To destroy them Lord Shanmuga took avatar form from the third eye of Lord Shiva. During the war, Lord Muruga transformed Singhamugasuram into the vahana of Godde...

  Chandra Darshan is the observance of sighting the moon after the ‘Amavasya’ (the no moon day). Devotees worship Chandra Dev and offer Prayers. The best time is after Sunset. Chandra dev is one of the planets of Navgraha. Moon is a favorable planet and is associated with Wisdom, Purity, and Good intentions. He is married to 27 Nakshatras, Who are daughters of King Prajapati. On Chandra day if we worship he will seek his blessings for success and Good fortune. Things to do  : Observes Strictly fast. After Sighting the moon the fast is broken. Who observes will be blessed with good fortune and prosperity. Must donate Clothes and other food to Brahmins and the needy. 2025 Dates January 01 January 30 March 01 March 30 April 28 May 28 June 26 July 26 August 24 September 23 October 23 November 22 December 21

There are four types of Kumbh Melas: Purna Kumbh, Ardh Kumbh, Maha Kumbh, and Kumbh Mela. Maha Kumbh is going to be held in Prayagraj and will start from January 13 and conclude on February 26, 2025. Throngs of pilgrims come from all over the world to be a part of this religious gathering. Approximately 40 crore devotees will be attending the mela this year. Deeply rooted in Hindu mythology, the Kumbh Mela’s origins are linked to the Samudra Manthan (ocean churning) story - where gods and demons worked together to obtain the amrit. Difference Between Maha Kumbh And Kumbh Mela The Maha Kumbh Mela is held once every 12 years. This extraordinary event marks the completion of 12 cycles of the 12-year Kumbh Mela. As per devotees, taking a holy dip in the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers during this period will enhance their spiritual power and also help in attaining salvation. On the other hand, the Kumbh Mela is celebrated once every 3 years. It...

  Many special festivals will be held in January 2025 at Sri Kodanda Ramalayam in Tirupati. Their details are as follows. On Saturdays, January 4th, 11th, 18th, and 25th, Abhishekam will be to Mula Murthies at 6 a.m. and Unjal Seva at 5 p.m . January 10 on the occasion of Vaikuntha Ekadashi Special Pujas  January 13  on the occasion of the Pournami, Ashtottara Shata kalasa Abhishekam will be performed at 8.30 am. January 14 Sri Sita Rama kalyanam will be performed at 11 am. January 29 Sahasra Kalasa Abhishekam will be held on the occasion of Amavasya at 8 am.  Hanumanta Vahana seva will be performed at 7 pm.

Vaikuntha Ekadasi is one of the important and auspicious days for Hindus. It is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It occurs in the Hindu calendar, in the month of Margashirsha (Between December and January). Also called the 'Mukkoti Ekadasi', when observed, it bestows liberation from the cycle of birth and death.  Devotees believe that ‘Vaikuntha Dwaram’ or ‘the gate to Lord's Inner Sanctum’ is opened on this day. Devotees observe Ekadashi fasting and rush to Vishnu temples on this day, They believe that the gates of heaven are opened. In Mahabharata, Bhagavad Gita - the conversation between Lord Krishna and Arjuna at the beginning of the Kurukshetra War is said to have occurred on this day. How To Observe :  Wake up early in the morning. Take a bath and offer prayers.   You can perform a simple puja to Lord Vishnu at home by offering fruits and Tulsi leaves.   You can just light the lamp and pray or meditate for a few minutes – or do the normal...

  Somvati Amavasi, or Somavati Amavasya, is no moon day in the traditional Hindu calendar that falls on a Monday (Somvar).  It is considered a highly auspicious day and millions of people take a holy dip in sacred Rivers like Ganga and Yamuna. Married men and women also perform different pujas and rituals and undertake Somavara Amavasya Vrat. The Significance of Somvati Amavasya was narrated to Yudhishtra by Bhisma in the Mahabharata. It is said that whoever takes a bath in the sacred rivers on the day will be prosperous, free of diseases, and would be free from grief and sorrow. There is also a popular belief that the souls of ancestors will rest in peace if children and relatives take a holy dip in the sacred rivers. It is said that Couples who wish to have a child may observe this vrat Women observe this vrat for the well-being of their husband and marital bliss Problems and hurdles in life can get rid of them by observing this vrat and praying to Isthadevata.  2024 Da...

  Sri Siddhi Vinayaka Swamy is in Rejinthal Village near Zaheerabad in Telangana State. Every year Utsavams are celebrated during Pushya Masam. In 2024 Utsavam begins on December 31 2025 Dates December 31, 2024 – Veda Gosha, Dwajarohana, Abhishekam, Puspha Archana, Devata Ahvanam January 01 – Abhishekam, Ganapathi Havanam, Chandi Havanam January 02 –  Abhishekam, Ganapathi Havanam, Chandi Havanam January 03 - Rudrabhishekam, Panchamrutha Abhishekam January 04 – Kalyana Mahotsavam, Maha Mangala Harathi.

  The following is the list of events in January 2025 in Tirumala. January 09: Chinna Sattumora  January 10: Vaikuntha Ekadasi, Golden Chariot procession, Vaikuntha Dwara Darshanam commences January 11: Vaikuntha Dwadasi, Swamy Pushkarini Theertha Mukkoti Chakra Snanam January 15: Pranaya Kalahotsavam and Goda Parinayam January 17: Tirumalisai Alwar Varsha Tiru Nakshatram  January 18: Sri Tyagaraja Aradhanotsavam January 19: Pedda Sattumora, Vaikuntha Dwara Darshanam Concludes January 20: Sri Kurattalwar Varsha Tiru Nakshatram  January 23: Adhyayanotsavams concludes January 24:Srivaru visits Tirumala Nambi January 25: Sarva Ekasasi January 26: Republic Day January 27: Masa Sivaratri  January 29: Sri Purandhara Dasa Aradhana Mahotsavams 

  Sri Komuravelli Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple is in Komuravelli village, located in Warangal District of Telangana state. Every Year Jatara is celebrated for three months Jatara Starts with Kalyanam Kalyanam is Performed during last Sunday of Margashira Masam. This year 2025 Jatara Starts on January 19 and ends on March 23. Jatara ends on the last Sunday of Phlaguna Month. Kalyanam is performed two times i.e on the last sunday of Margashira Month and Maha Shivaratri day. Important Dates  December 29, 2024 - Baliharanam(5 am), Kalyanotsavam (10.45 am), Rathotsavam(7 pm) December 30 - Ekadasa Rudrabhishekam( 9 am), Laksha Bilwarchana (12 pm).

  The lengthiest of the 450 odd annual festivals observed in Tirumala, the 25-day Adhyayanotsavams are scheduled from December 30 in 2024 to January 23 in 2025.   This festival, also known as Divya Prabandha Pasura Parayanam, usually starts 11 days before Vaikuntha Ekadasi in the holy Dhanurmasa. The first 11 days are called Pagalpattu and the remaining 10 days are called Rapattu.  On the 22nd day Kanninun Shiruthambu, on the 23rd day Ramanuja Nutrandadi, on the 24th day Sri Varaha Swami Sattumora and on the 25th day the Adhyayanotsavams gets completed. During this period, the Sri Vaishnava Jeeyangar Swamijis recite the 4000 Pasurams from Divya Prabandha composed by the 12 Alwars which will be recited in the Ranganayakula Mandapam of Srivari Temple.

In connection with Vaikuntha Ekadasi Vaikuntha Dwara Darshanam from January 10-19 next, the temple cleansing fete Koil Alwar Tirumanjanam will be observed on January 07. On the day of Koil Alwar Tirumanjanam the entire temple premises will be cleansed from 6am to 10am and the Sarva Darshan commences afterwards. Because of this traditional ritual, TTD has canceled VIP Break Darshanam on January 07. As such no recommendation letters for VIP break darshan will be entertained on January 06.

This year Kalyana Mahotsavams will Start on   February 04 and conclude on  February 13, 2025. (i.e from Magha Suddha Saptami to Magha Bahula Padyami). 2025 Schedule  : February 04 – Suprabatha Seva, Abishekam, Sudarshana Homam, Surya Prabha Vahana Seva, Chandra Prabha Vahana Seva February 05 - Suprabatha Seva, Abishekam, Sudarshana Homam, Garuda Pushpaka Vahana Seva, Pushpaka Vahana Seva February 06 - Suprabatha Seva, Abishekam, Sudarshana Homam, Hamsa Vahana Seva , Dhupa Seva, Dwajarohana, Sesha Vahana Seva February 07 - Suprabatha Seva, Tiruaradana, Balabhogam, Pancha Mukha Anjaneya Vahana Seva , Kancha Garuda Vahana Seva , Tiru Kalyana Mahotsavam. February 08 - Suprabatha Seva, Tiruaradana, Balabhogam, Rathotsavam February 09 - Suprabatha Seva, Tiruaradana, Balabhogam, Gaja Vahana Seva, Anna Parvata Mahanivedana, Ponna Vahana Seva February 10 - Suprabatha Seva, Tiruaradana, Balabhogam, Hanuman Vahana Seva, Simha Vahana Seva  February 11 - Suprabatha Sev...

This temple is located in Sambara village in Vizianagaram district in the state of Andhra Pradesh. It is a famous temple in Uttara Andhra region. Jatara will commence on January 08 Jatara Dates 2025 January 08 - Chatimpu January 27 - Tollela Utsavam  January 28 - Sirimanotsavam  January 29 - Anupotsavam 

Sri Prasanna Venkateswara Swamy Temple is located in Balabhadrapuram Village in Biccavolu Mandal in the East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh State. This temple is called Turpu Tirumala Brahmotsavam in this temple will commence on December 24. 2024-25 Dates December 24 – Ankurarpana, Deeksha Darana, Dwajarohana December 25 – Pavitrotsavam (5 am), Panchamurtha Abhishekam (8 pm), Sesha Vahana Seva (4 pm) December 26 – Tirupavada, Garuda Vahana Seva (4 pm) December 27 – Churnotsavam, Visesha Utsavam, Hanuman Vahana Seva(4 pm) December 28 – Vasantotsavam, Aswa Vahana Seva(4 pm) December 29 – Adyayanotsavam,  Kalpavruksha Vahana Seva(4 pm) December 30 –  Special Puja, Hamsa Vahana Seva(4 pm) December 31 – Asthadala Pada Pamdaradana, Gaja Vahana Seva January 01 – Sahasra Kalasabhishekam, Simha Vahana Seva(4 pm) January 02 – Chakra Snanam, Godha Devi Kalyanam(10 am).

  Chittaramma Jathara is a festival celebrated at Gajula Ramaaram in Hyderabad. This is one of the most popular Jatara in Telangana state. This Jatara is celebrated in Pushya Masam. Devotees offer Special Pujas to Goddess Chittaramma. Every year this jatara is celebrated on the first Sunday after the Sankranti festival. 2025 Dates : January 17 to 25 January 17 – Ganapati Puja, Deekshadarana, Agni Pratistha January 18 – Chandi Homam, Purnahuthi January 19 – Main day of Jatara ( Abhsihekam 3am, Vijaya darsan 4 am, Bonalu 11 am, Gramotsavam) January 20 – Rangam, Divyavani January 21, 22, 23, 24 – Kumkumarchana January 25 – Anna Danam, Jatara ends. Main Jatara Day: January 19.

Opening and closing of Sabarimala Sree Dharmasastha Temple for the year 2025/26. The Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple in Kerala is open for darshan only during certain specific periods in the year. Below are the dates on which the Sabarimala Ayyappa Temple will remain open during 2025/26. Sabarimala temple usually opens at 05.00am and closes at 10.00pm. During the peak seasons like Makara Vilakku Mahotsavam, the timings might alter to accommodate a large number of devotees. For Telugu Click Here 2025 Calendar   Month Pooja Opening date Closing date December 2024 Mandala Pooja 26/12/2024     Thirunadai Thirappu - Makaravilakku Mahotsavam 30/12/2024 20/01/2025 January 2025 Makaravilakku Day 14/01/2025 February 2025 Monthly Pooja – Kumbham 12/02/2025 5pm 17/02/2025...