Varuna Yagam Sahita Sahasra Ghatabhishekam concludes at Srisailam
The five-day Varuna Yagam Sahita Sahasra Ghatabhishekam ceremony, performed at the Sri Bhramaramba Mallikarjuna Swamy temple in Srisailam, concluded on August 11 with the Purnahuti ritual. Initiated on August 7, 2026, the ritual aimed to bring ample rainfall, prosperous harvests, and overall state prosperity. Purnahuti entailed presenting coconuts, fragrant items, and new attire into the sacred fire pit, following ancient customs.
Daily rituals included Rishyashringa Japam, Varunanuka Parayanam, Varuna Japam, Bhagavata and Virata Parva Parayanam, and Panchakshari Japam. Additional ceremonies like Yagashala Pravesham, Shiva Sankalpam, Ritvigvaranam, Kalasha Sthapana, Rudra Homam, and other Havanams took place. The Purnahuti event was attended by the Srisailam Temple Trust Board Chairman, Executive Officer, board members, priests, Vedic scholars, and staff.
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