Srimathe ramanujaya namaha
"Mahalakshmi namo namaha Padmahaste namastebhyam prasidha harivallabhe Rg Yajur Sama rūpāye Vidyayai te namo namaha”
Sri Padmavathi Thayar Karthika Brahmotsavam – Ankurarpanam & Dwajarohanam (2025)The sacred Karthika Brahmotsavam of Sri Padmavathi Thayar at Tiruchanur began with two foundational rituals: Ankurarpanam and Dwajarohanam. These ceremonies mark the spiritual commencement of the nine-day festival and set the divine energy for all events that follow.
Ankurarpanam – The Seed-Sowing Ceremony
Ankurarpanam, performed on the eve of Brahmotsavam, is the ritualistic sowing of seeds to invoke prosperity and purity before the festival begins. The Senapathi Vishwaksena Aradhana and Chakratazhwar along with Veda Parayanam accompanies the ritual .
Viśvaksenar — the Senāpati of the Lord — entered the sanctum (thiruveedhi ulla vandhaar) during the Ankurārpaṇam, with Mela Tālam resonating steadily and he shone brightly in purple green vastram on a seated posture reflecting Perumal grace on all.
During the ritual, priests chanted Vedic mantras and followed the Pancharatra Agama procedures meticulously.
Dwajarohanam – Hoisting of the Garuda Flag
On the first day of the Brahmotsavam, the temple performed the Dwajarohanam ceremony at the Padmasarovara Utsava Mandapam
Key highlights of Dwajarohanam:
The sacred Garuda flag was hoisted.
Priests invoked the Ashta Dikpalakas (guardians of the eight directions).
This marks the official start of the festival, inviting all divine beings to witness Thayar’s Utsavam.
Once the Dhwaja is raised, it is believed that the spiritual intensity of the Utsavam rises, and all forthcoming events — especially the Vahanam processions — are sanctified.
Special Event:
Laksha Kumkumārcana at Tiruchanur
At the sacred Sri Padmavathi Devi Temple, the priests performed the Laksha Kumkumārcana from 7:00 AM to 12:00 noon for the utsavar(processional) deity , Goddess Padmavathi, gracefully seated on a beautifully decorated platform in the Mukha Maṇḍapam, opposite the Sri Krishna Swamy Temple.
During the ritual, the priests chanted Lakshmi Ashtottaram and Lakshmi Sahasranāma repeatedly, offering kumkumam with deep devotion. With every divine name recited, archana with vermillion was performed to the deity. Hundreds of women devotees participated, adding to the sanctity and spiritual fervour of this auspicious event.
Snapana thirumanjanam
The morning commenced with the Snapana Thirumanjanam at Sri Krishna Swami Mandapam, exquisitely decorated with vibrant floral arrangements.
On the abhisheka peetam, Thayar was gracefully seated as the Archakas performed Nava Kalasa Punyahavachanam, initiating Shodashopachara Pooja, followed by thAyAr displaying Abhayam mudra blessing her devotees.
Thayar was adorned with fragrant vasana dravyas, while the priests offered deepam and dhoopam with reverence. Each dravya abhishekam was carried out meticulously as per tradition. After the thirumanjanam, Thayar was beautifully decorated with fresh garlands, and Kreedam and harathi was performed.
The ceremony concluded with the ritualistic pouring of Sahasra Punya Jalam, symbolising the completion of the Thirumanjanam.
Evening – Unjal Seva & Chinna Sesha Vahanam
In the evening, Unjal Seva was conducted amid Veda Parayanam and divine music. Later, Thayar ascended the Chinna Sesha Vahanam, accompanied by Jeeyars, Acharyas, and the chanting of Divya Prabandham
Day 1 – Chinna Sesha Vāhanam | Padmavathi Thāyār Brahmotsavam 2025
The Padmavathi Thāyār Brahmotsavam commenced with the Chinna Sesha Vāhanam, marking the auspicious beginning of the festival. This vahana is represented by Vasuki, the revered serpent-king, who is mentioned in our scriptures as the son of Kadru Muni and brother of Ādiśeṣa and Manasā Devī.
According to the Bhagavad Gita, Lord Krishna Himself declares, “Among serpents, I am Vasuki”, signifying Vasuki’s elevated divine status. Thus, the choice of Chinna Sesha for the first day underscores the importance of commencing the Brahmotsavam with a symbol of strength, stability, and auspiciousness.
Padmavathi Thāyār, adorned beautifully and seated upon the vahana in an elegant green decorative arrangement, graced the devotees with Her serene and compassionate presence. The traditional musical ensemble of mela and thālam accompanied the procession, enhancing the devotional atmosphere as devotees gathered to receive Her divine blessings.
Day 2 : Pedda Sesha Vahanam|Padmavathi Thāyār Brahmotsavam 2025
On the second day of the Brahmotsavam, Goddess Padmavathi graces in the Pedda Sesha Vahanam, the majestic form of Adi Sesha, the eternal serpent and foremost devotee of Sriman Narayana.
As the king of nagas, Adi Sesha forever serves the Lord — he once followed Lord Venkatesa to Tirumala to continue his service and ultimately obtained the blessed position of becoming the divine throne for the Lord , he is the divine hill on which the Lord of Universe - Srinivasa reside.
Described with seven hoods, Adi Sesha carries Padmavathi thAyAr who shines beautiful in blue-green-golden vastram
Seated in regal splendour
holding Mace, Padmavathi Thayar appears as Veera Lakshmi who resides in the heart of Paravasudeva, radiating divine strength and compassion. The vahanam procession reflects the deep bond between the Goddess and Adi Sesha, who offers himself entirely for Her service during this auspicious festival.
Day 2 – Night: Hamsa Vāhanam |Padmavathi Thāyār Brahmostavam
On the second day, during the night procession, Padmavathi Thāyār blessed devotees in the elegant Hamsa Vāhanam, also revered as Annapakshi Vāhanam. This vehicle, traditionally associated with Brahmā and Saraswati, signifies purity, discernment, and divine knowledge. Accordingly, Thāyār was adorned in white vastram holding Veena in delicate floral alankāram, reflecting serenity and sattva.
The Hamsa represents the Paramahamsa tattvam — the ability to separate truth from untruth, much like the swan that separates milk from water. Scriptures state that such clarity can arise only through sattva-guna, symbolised through Thāyār’s radiant appearance on this auspicious night.
As Thāyār shone resplendently, devotees were reminded of the subtle distinction between dawn and dusk. The underlying message was clear:
In every word one utters, one should choose refinement, purity and grace — qualities that Thāyār embodies.
Her procession on the Hamsa Vāhanam highlighted Her role as the source of auspiciousness, compassion, and guiding wisdom, making the night’s utsavam deeply elevating for all those who witnessed it.
Day 3 – Morning: Muthyapu Pandiri Vāhanam|Padmavathi Thāyār Brahmotsavam 2025
The third day began with all the Āchāryas and Jeeyars assembling for Divya Prabandha Pāraayanam. Many devotees offered tender coconuts as neiveidyam, accompanied by harathi.
Padmavathi Thāyār graced the procession seated on the exquisite Muthyapu Pandiri Vahanam, symbolising purity and auspiciousness. She radiated divine magnificence in the specially crafted purple-diamond alankāram, captivating everyone present.
Day 3 – Evening: Simha Vāhanam (Asthāna Maṇḍapam)|Padmavathi Thāyār Brahmotsavam 2025
For the night’s procession, Padmavathi Thāyār appeared as the majestic Yoga-Narasimha alankāram on the Simha Vāhanam.
Before ascending the vāhanam, unjal utsavam was performed, followed by Veda Pāraayanam, nivedyam, and harathi.
Thāyār then proceeded in the veedhi ulla procession, On either side of the divine shoulder was Śaṅkha and Chakra , she graciously rode the vahanam with the kainkaryaparars on either side. The air resonated with Divya Prabandha chanting, offering devotees a rare divine experience of Her grace and sovereignty.
Devotees in rejoice performed harathi to the thAyAr.
Special Highlights: Dignitaries visit
The Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, visited Padmavathi Thāyār at the temple.
She was respectfully received by the temple authorities and was offered darshan of Thāyār.
Day 4 – Morning: Kalpavriksha Vāhanam|Padmavathi Thāyār Brahmotsavam 2025
In the morning, Thāyār graced the devotees on the Kalpavriksha Vāhanam.
She was adorned beautifully in the Kuzhal Oodhum Kannan alankāram, evoking the charm and grace of the divine flute-player’s presence.
Thāyār radiated elegance in her blue-gem pink vastram, captivating every devotee with her serene and compassionate aura.
Day 4 Evening - Hanumantha vahanam -Padmavathi thAyar Brahmostavam
In the evening, Sri Padmavathi thAyAr graced the devotees in Hanumantha vahanam in yellow pink vastram reminding the scene of Sita Rama returning to Ayodhya.
Special Highlights of Padmavathi Ammavari Brahmotsavam 2025
One of the crown-jewel moments this year was the arrival of the sacred Lakshmikant Hāram from Tirumala to Tiruchanur. The atmosphere? Straight-up goosebumps.
The TTD officers escorted the hāram with full mela-tālam, maintaining that age-old grandeur that makes our temples feel alive. Every beat, every step — total heritage mode.
Once it reached Tiruchanur, a mahā-pūjā was performed with complete traditional protocol. After the ritual honors, the ornament was ceremoniously taken into the Mūlasthānam, where it adorned Padmavathi Ammavari with divine elegance.
A moment loaded with heritage, reverence, and the kind of spiritual energy that hits you right in the heart.
Post which Thirumanjanam was performed for Padmavathi thAyAr in the Krishna Swami mandapam.
Followed by Vasanthotsavam. After the vahana utsavam, our Padmavathi Thāyār is traditionally offered this cooling, refreshing ritual to soothe Her from the day’s procession fatigue.
Thāyār was adorned in pure white vastram, radiating absolute serenity, and gracefully wearing Her Thirumangalyam and the Venkateśwara dollar. She was decorated with an elegant flower mālai, and on either side of the mandapam, two small sacred plants were placed — symbolizing auspiciousness, fertility, and divine freshness.
The entire setting carried that classic, gentle charm of Vasanthotsavam — simple, soothing, and deeply divine.
Day 5 Evening - Gaja Vāhanam – Padmāvathi ThĀyār Brahmotsavam
In the evening, Śrī Padmāvathi thĀyār graced the devotees in all her imperial splendour on the Gaja Vāhanam, the golden elephant carrier that symbolizes royal authority, prosperity, and unshakeable strength.
Adorned with resplendent alankāram, thAyAr was seated majestically atop the golden Gaja vahanam. The entire vahanam was embellished with layers of fresh flower garlands—yellow, white, red, and green—arranged in perfect symmetry, cascading gracefully on either side like divine waterfalls of fragrance. The gold coin malas added a shimmering aura, reflecting light like the radiance of Her compassion.
ThAyar’s presence on the Gaja Vāhanam conveyed the timeless message that the Mother of the Universe protects Her devotees with the strength of a thousand elephants, yet with the tenderness of a lotus. The scene reminded of the thAyAr emerging out from the Churning Milky way ocean(Parkadal).
The devotees were captivated by the grandeur, as the divine elephant moved forward slowly, showered with flowers and illuminated by vibrant festival lights. Every eye was filled with devotion; every heart felt anchored in Her boundless karuṇā(mercy) and the aura divyaprabhndam hymns echoing in the air by the Jeeyars and Āchāryas.
Day 6 Morning- Sarva Bhoopala Vahanam| Padmavathi Thāyār Brahmotsavam 2025
With the resonant chanting of the Divya Prabandham echoing through Tiruchanur, the Day 6 morning Vahana Utsavam commenced, spreading divine energy in every direction by the grace of Padmavathi Thāyār.
Thāyār appeared resplendent in a white–blue silk attire, beautifully complemented by the Navaratna mālā, radiant golden ābharaṇams, and fragrant floral garlands that heightened Her divine charm.
Mounted on the Sarva Bhoopala Vahanam, She came veedhi ulla as Sarveśwari, manifesting the supreme glory of the Paravāsudeva rūpam. This sacred vahanam signifies that all rulers, protectors, and Bhoopālas of the worlds bow to and serve the Lotus Feet of Thāyār.
Her serene form radiated Karuṇā, blessing devotees with peace, protection, and an indescribable spiritual warmth as She graced the procession.
Day 6 Evening – Swarna Rathnam Vahanam
And Garuda Vahanam| Padmavathi Thāyār Brahmotsavam 2025
In the evening, Padmavathi Thayar ascended the Swarna Rathnam Vahanam, glowing brighter than the chariot’s own gold.
Draped in a beautiful red-pink–blue vastram and adorned with radiant gold abharanams, with Kanakamaram garland ,Thayar looked divine beyond words. On either side, lotus decorations enhanced Her splendour, symbolising purity and prosperity.
With Divya Prabandham, mela thālam, and the devotion of countless hearts filling the air, Thayar blessed everyone as Sarvaloka Swamini on this glorious evening.
Day 6 Evening — Garuda Vahanam|Padmavathi Thāyār Brahmotsavam 2025
On the sixth evening of the Brahmotsavam, Padmavathi Thayar graced the Garuda Vahanam, an auspicious sight that lifted the hearts of every devotee gathered at Tiruchanur.
Garuda, the mighty vehicle of Sriman Narayana, symbolises absolute surrender (śaraṇāgati). When Thayar ascends Garuda, it carries a profound message —
She guides every jīvātmā towards proper śaraṇāgati at the feet of Srīyahpati, the Supreme Lord.
As the eternal resident of Perumal’s divine heart, Thayar riding Garuda shows her inseparable relationship with Emperuman — the compassionate mediator who ensures that our prayers and surrender reach Him without fail.
Adorned with dazzling abharanams, fragrant garlands & in purple -pink vastram, the majestic golden glow of the Garuda vahanam, Thayar appeared as Sarvanga Sundari, blessing devotees with protection, clarity, and unwavering grace.
Day 7 Morning — Suryaprabhai Vahanam|Padmavathi Thāyār Brahmotsavam 2025
Day 7 opened with divine splendour as Padmavathi Thayar graced the Suryaprabhai Vahanam, radiating a brilliance that matched the rising sun. The golden aura of the vahanam symbolised Surya Bhagavan’s effulgence.
A sacred highlight of this vahanam:
Sri Rama was born in the illustrious Surya Kulam, and Sita Devi became the daughter-in-law of that very lineage. On this radiant vahanam, Padmavathi Thayar reflects the same divine legacy — the light of dharma, royalty, and compassion.
Adorned in yellow vastram, with flowers and shimmering abharanams, Thayar shone like Udaya Suryan, blessing devotees with clarity, strength, and auspicious beginnings.
The chants of Veda Parayanam and Divya Prabandham ,the fragrance of flowers, and the warmth of the morning sun merged into a serene divine experience.
Day 8 – Thiruther (Rathotsavam)|Padmavathi Ammavari Annual Brahmotsavam –
On Day 8 , Rathostavam begin , the most awaited utsavam . Devotees thronged every corner of Tiruchanur as Sri Padmavathi Thāyār ascended the beautifully decorated wooden chariot, gracing all with Her boundless compassion.
The streets echoed with Veda ghosham, Divya Prabandham, and the traditional melam, creating an atmosphere of divine celebration. As the mighty ratham moved slowly through the four mada streets, thousands of devotees together pulled the holy rope with devotion — an act symbolising collective saranāgathi to Thāyār.
Inside the ratham, Thāyār was elegantly adorned in a resplendent purple pearl-embedded vastram, surrounded by fragrant flower garlands and shimmering abharanams. Her reflection in the antique mirror placed beside Her added a rare, intimate glimpse of Her divine beauty.
Rathotsavam stands as a reminder that just as devotees pull the ratham, Thāyār pulls our lives forward with Her grace, removing obstacles and guiding us gently towards dharma.
Day 8 Evening Ashwa Vahanam
In the evening , the procession started with the
chants of Veda Parayanam and Divya Prabandham by Jeeyar swami and Acharya purushas.
Adding to the festive aura, cultural programs from various states across the nation were presented in honour of Thāyār — showcasing India’s devotional arts, music, classical dance and traditional performances, all offered as a garland of devotion at Her divine feet.
thAyAr appeared in a stunning pink vastram, adorned with pearl-studded alankāram and vibrant floral garlands — every detail reflecting her Lakshmi-svaroopam, an embodiment of compassion, strength and motherly grace.
Sri Padmavathi Thāyār graced the Ashwa Vahanam, the symbol of tejas, clarity, courage pulling all her devotees towards her.
Special Highlights:
As part of the sacred tradition, a special saree from Sri Venkateswara Swamy of Tirumala was ceremonially brought to Sri Padmavathi Thāyār in Tiruchanur.
It was carried with full honor by TTD archakas and officers, accompanied by Veda chanting and theertha goshti.
This ritual symbolizes Perumal offering mangalya vastram to His divine consort, reaffirming their eternal bond.
Day 9 Panchami theertham
Sri Padmavathi Thāyār in exquisite alankāram, accompanied by Chakrāzhwar (Sudarsana Alwar) at the edge of Padma Sarovaram.
On this day:
The sacred waters of the Padma Pushkarini become Mahalakshmi Theertham.
Devotees receive blessings of prosperity, health, and purity.
The presence of Chakrāzhwar signifies removal of obstacles and protection for all who seek Sharanagati.
This is the culmination of the entire Brahmotsavam — divine grace flowing to the world through Thāyār’s compassion.
Dwajarohanam was conducted post Chakrasnanam as the initial step of grand closing of the Brahmostavam. Unhoisting the flag with Garuda symbol.
Pushpayāgam – A Floral Ocean for Padmavathi Thāyār
Pushpayāgam marked the grand closing of the Brahmotsavam — a spectacle of devotion where Padmavathi Thāyār was offered lakhs of fresh flowers, each petal carrying a prayer for peace, prosperity and protection.
As the archakas gently poured baskets of mullai, jasmine, marigold, kanakambaram, and roses, Thāyār appeared as the very embodiment of Śrī – abundance, compassion and grace.
Let Thāyār blessings be all.
Victory to the one , who resides in Thirumal heart!!
Victory to the one , who appeared out from churning ocean.
Victory to the who does purushakaram to all the jeevatamas.
Victory to that mother of Universe who gives managalam to everyone including Perumal.🪷
agalagillEn iRaiyum enRu alar mEl mangai uRai mArbA!
nigaril pugazhAy! ulagam mUnRudaiyAy! ennai ALvAnE!
nigaril amarar munik kaNangaL virumbum thiruvEngadaththAnE!
pugal onRillA adiyEn un adik kIzh amarndhu pugundhEnE.
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