This ritual is performed when the male partner completes 60 years and enters the 61st year. It’s similar to renewing marriage vows.

• Shasti means sixty.
• Abtha means year
• And Poorthi means completion.

In Hinduism, the lifetime of a person is stated as 120 years. Half of a period in life is 60 years. This event is a memorable and significant turning point in your life.

The Hindu calendar is 60 years long, and it repeats after cycle completion. Shasti Poorthi marks the end of one cycle, which is 60 years.

“The Shasti Poorthi should be performed within the first year after checking the birth star and lagna.

“Shasti aptha Poorthi” (Shasti Poorthi) is a Hindu ceremony that celebrates the 60th birthday of the male partner. Performing rituals strengthens Mangalyam and increases life span.

The children of the couple perform at the second wedding as part of the festivities. It is a good reason to have a large family reunion that includes a decisive moment in the married couple’s life.

Puja Dress Code

• Gents: dhoti (white) and shirt or kurta and pyjama.
• Ladies: saree or salwar kameez (with pallu compulsory).
• All devotees are requested not to wear clothes such as T-shirts, jeans, etc., as they are strictly prohibited, irrespective of age group.

Thirukadaiyur Temple 60th Marriage

As per the legend, Lord Shiva appeared before Markandeya and blessed him with a full life. Lord Shiva, in anger, killed Yama (the god of death) and later revived Yama. According to folklore, a drop of nectar fell at this spot.

List of Puja performed for the 60th marriage

• Pooja is performed to a cow.
• The pooja is performed for the elephant.
• Punyahavachana
• Kalasa Sthapana
• Ganapathi Homam
• Navagraha Homam
• Mrityunjaya Homam
• Ayushya Homam
• Dhanvanthri Homam
• Sashti Devata Homam
• Durga Lakshmi
• Saraswathi Homam
• Sudharshana Homam
• Ashta Lakshmi Homam
• Anjaneya Homam
• Nakshatra Homam
• Lord Brahma and Lord Vishnu Homam
• Sapta Chiranjeevi and Saptharishi Homam
• Purnahuthi
• Deeparadhana
• Kalasa Abishegam
• Mangalya Dharanam
• Aasirvatham
• Teertha Prasada distribution
• Swami Ambal Archana

Thirukadaiyur Temple 60th Marriage Packages

• Two-day program with 64 Kalasa Pooja
• Two-day program with 32 Kalasa Pooja
• Two-day program with 16 Kalasa Pooja
• One-day program with 16 Kalasa Pooja

Items to be carried by the devotees

• Turmeric
• Kumkum
• Dhothi and Saree
• Thirumaangalyam
• Coconut – 1 Set
• Garlands – 2 Nos
• Matru Malai – 2 Nos.
• Uthiri Pushpam
• Yellow-dipped Coconuts – 7
• Five different types of Fruits
• Betel Leaves and Betel Nuts for Rs. 50
• Sandal paste with a bowl
• New Clothes for Dhaanam (9×5 Dhothi & 9×5 Saree)
• Pattu Pai (Silk Mat)
• Jamukkalam (to sit)
• Thambalam

For other details, please WhatsApp or call 950-2353-203

A minimum of 7 to 10 days’ reservation is advisable for accommodation

60th Marriage Puja Benefits

1. This puja removes the malefic effects of the Navagrahas.
2. It aids in recovering from long-standing illness.
3. It promotes family well-being and mental peace.
4. It strengthens the bonding between the couple.
5. It aids in recovering from frequent sickness.
6. This puja increases longevity.
7. The couple will be blessed with excellent health.

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Darshan Duration: 15 to 20 minutes on weekdays and 20 to 25 minutes on weekends.

Thirupullani Temple Mythology and History

The story goes that King Dasaratha did Putrakamesti Yagam and Nagaprathishta here in this Divya Desam. This is where Vibhishana gave up and gave himself to Lord Rama. Lord Rama fasted for seven days while lying on Kusha grass in the Sayana pose. He did this to ask the ocean god to help him find a way to go to Lanka. This is where Samudra gave up and gave Lord Rama his life. It’s the same as when Lord Rama used monkeys to help him build the Sethu Bridge. Out of the 108 Divya Desam, this is one.

Pullavar, Kalavar, and Kanvar were three monks who were very devoted to Lord Vishnu during the Krithayugam times. Asuras were always messing with their snacks. This is why Lord Vishnu came to Earth as a Banyan tree, killed the Asuras, and made everything right again. This is where Lord Vishnu showed his Viswaroobam.

The Lord is shown here resting on the grass in the position of Sayana. The word “Anai” means “Lord,” “Thru” means “grass,” and “Pul” means “grass.” There were two main gods: Goddess Sri Padmasani Thayar and Thiru.

People say that Impressed Aadhi Jagannatha Perumal blessed him with a bow after praying to Lord Rama. The name of this spot is Saranagathi Kshetram.

It was written in Ayodhya Kandam that Bharata gave up his life and begged Lord Rama to go back to the Kingdom.

In Aranya Kandam, it says that Sages gave up their lives and turned to the Lord to get safety from Asuras.

In Kiskinda Kandam, it was said that Sugriva gave up and turned himself into Rama to get safety from his brother Vali. At this point, Samudra gives up and gives Lord Rama his life.

Thirupullani Temple Timings

• Morning Hours: 7:30 am to 12:00 pm
• Evening Hours: 3:30 pm to 7:45 pm
• The above-mentioned timings might change on festival days.
• Abhishekam to Thayar will be performed on Fridays. Abhishekam start at 9:30 am.

Temple timings might change on festival days.

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Total No.of Marriage Halls: 5

Hall will be allotted for 24 hours and Hall Capacity varies from 100 to 2000.

All Marriage Halls are located close to the temple.

Kaiwara Temple Marriage Halls

The above-mentioned charges might differ from the actual, Please confirm the charges with Mutt Staff.

Rooms Allotment with Kalyana Mandapa

The above-mentioned allotment might differ from the actual.

Kaiwara Temple Marriage Halls Booking Procedure

1. The Bride must be 18 years and above
2. The Groom must be 21 years and above
3. Only Hindu arranged marriages are allowed at this temple
4. Love marriages without parents acceptance are not allowed.
5. Bride and Groom’s Aadhar Cards photocopies are required
6. Bride parents and Groom parents Aadhar Cards photocopies are required.
7. One Age proof document is required (PAN card/ School Certificate/ Birth certificate photocopies) from Bride and Groom.
8. Electricity charges and Water charges might be applicable, which is based on the usage.
9. Advance booking is advisable for Kaiwara Marriage Halls as only five halls are available.
10. Kalyana Mandapa will be allotted for 24 hours
11. Mandapa decoration, Purohit, Pooja articles and catering services might be charged additionally.
12. All marriage halls are located at a walkable distance from the main temple.
13. Marriage receipt might be issued by the Mutt authority which can be used for the marriage registrartion.
14. A minimum of 1 to 2 months of advance booking is advisable.
15. Free mass marriages will be performed once in a year.
16. Allotted Rooms are at a walkable distance from the temple.

Kaiwara Temple Timings

• 5.30 am to 7.30 pm
• 12.30 pm to 3.30 pm – Lunch
• 7.30 pm to 9.00 pm- Dinner

How to reach Kaiwara Temple?

1. The nearest railway station is at Chintamani which is 13 Km away
2. Bangarpet railway station is 50 Km away.
3. From Bangalore, temple is 60 km away and from Tirupati Temple it is 195 Km away.

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Sabarimala Temple remains closed on all other dates. Virtual Q online booking is available for Darshan slot booking.

Sabarimala Temple 2023 and 2024 Opening Dates

Sabarimala Temple Pooja Timings

Sabarimala Temple Pooja Charges

• Kindly ensure the Temple is open on the date of Pooja booking (Sabarimala Temple opens every Month from Malayalam Masam 1 to 5, on special occasions and for Mandala Pooja and Makara Vilakku).
• Pooja Booking portal is open for booking before 15 days of Nada Opening of Sabarimala.

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Tirupati Special Entry Darshan Dress code: Please wear
Male: White Pancha, Dhoti/ Kurta, Pyjama.
Female: Saree with blouse/ Punjabi Dress with Dupatta / Chudidhar with Dupatta/ Half Saree

Darshan Ticket age limit: A ticket is mandatory for 12 years and above.

Required Photo ID proof for Booking: Aadhar Card/ Passport/ PAN Card/ Voter ID/ Driving License/ Ration Card/ Other Government ID

Tourism Package Darshan reporting Time: 9.00 am and 11.00 am slots are available

Chennai to Tirupati Family Package by Car

1. Pick up from Home by 5.00 am
2. Travel to Tirupati for 3 hours
3. Travel to Tirumala by Car for 1 hour
4. Breakfast at Tourism Hotel
5. Hair offering and Bathing at Kalyanakatta/ Nandakam/ Kousthubham
6. Sheegra Darshan reporting at ATC Car parking
7. Tirupati Balaji Darshan duration 2 hours to 3 hours
8. Please collect Laddu Prasadam from the Laddu counter
9. One Free Small Laddu per ticket holder
10. Additional Laddu cost Rs.50 each
11. Lunch at Tourism Hotel for 45 mins
12. Travel to Tirupati by Cab for an hour
13. Visit Sri Padmavathi Devi Temple at Tiruchanur
14. Travel to Chennai for 3 hours by Cab
15. Drop at Home in Chennai

Tour Package inclusions

1. To and Fro Travel by Ac cab (Ac might be turned off in Tirumala Ghat)
2. Tirupati Balaji Sheegra Darshan ticket charges
3. Breakfast and Lunch
4. Toll charges
5. Parking charges
6. Driver charges
7. Fuel charges

Chennai to Tirupati Family Package Cost

For more details, please call or Whatsapp on 8500085151

Tirupati Local Temples to Visit

1. Sri Kapileswara Swamy Temple
2. Sri Kalyana Venkateswara Swamy Temple
3. Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple
4. ISKCON Temple

Temples to visit Nearby Tirupati

1. Srikalahasti
2. Kanipakam
3. Golden Temple

Other Temples to visit near Tirupati

1. Tiruttani Murugan Temple
2. Ekambareswarar Temple
3. Kanchi Kamakshi Temple
4. Sri Varadaraja Perumal Temple

Tirupati Package Darshan Waiting Time

The above-mentioned timings might differ from the actual

Chennai to Tirupati Family Package Booking Procedure

1. Complete travel charges are to be borne by the passengers
2. Sharing is not allowed in the family packages
3. Rs.500 to Rs.800 will be charged extra for packages not in the city-limit pickup
4. A minimum of 7 days of advance booking is mandatory
5. Modification/ Cancellation/ Postpone is not applicable for the confirmed packages

Tourism Package Cancellation Policy (Excluding Gateway Charges)

1. Within 24 hours from the station departure time: 100% Cancellation Charges
2. Between 1 to 7 days before station departure time: 100% Cancellation Charges
3. Between 8 to 10 days before station departure time: 50% Cancellation Charges
4. Between 11 to 30 days before station departure time: 25% Cancellation Charges

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9Aug – Public Holiday

13Aug – Second Saturday

14Aug – Sunday

15Aug – Independence Day (Public Holiday)

Sarva Darshan waiting time Today at Tirumala

Tirumala has been witnessing a heavy rush with a series of holidays and weekends. All compartments are fully occupied by devotees.

13Aug Sarva Darshan Line status: Sarva Darshan lines reached even the outer ring road near the Octopus building. It takes nearly 48 hours waiting time for the Sarva Darshan. As per the 8 pm status, 56,546 pilgrims had Darshan on August 13.

TTD has again appealed to devotees to postpone their pilgrimage in view of an unprecedented surge in pilgrim footfall due to a series of holidays.

 TTD has cancelled has VIP Break Darshan on recommendation letters till August 21 to give Darshan priority to common pilgrims.

Rooms availability is taking long hours for the allotment due to the heavy rush. It is advisable to plan your stay in Tirupati instead of Tirumala. Sarva Darshan tokens will be issued at VQC II in Tirumala. Token counters are not available in Tirupati.

It is advisable for Senior Citizens, Patients, Differently abled and parents with infants to postpone their Tirupati travel for 3 to 4 days. As rush might come down after 16Aug.

For more details, please call or Whatsapp us on 8500085151

Unprecedented rush a Tirumala due to Sravana Masam and Continuous holidays.

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Tirupati VIP darshan Ticket Booking

1. Special Entry Darshan tickets can be booked online
2. 3 months of advance booking available.
3. VIP darshan Timings: 6:00 am – 7:30 am.
4. VIP Darshan Ticket Quota: L1: 400 – 500, L2: 1500 – 2000, L3: 2000 – 2500
5. Special Entry Darshan Timings: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm.
6. Special Darshan Quota: 20,000 per day.
7. Children under 12 years don’t need tickets.

VIP Darshan Dress Code

Men: White Pancha, Dhoti/ Kurta, Pyjama.
Female: Saree with blouse/ Punjabi Dress with Dupatta / Chudidhar with Dupatta/ Half Saree

Darshan Waiting Time

Tirupati VIP darshan Ticket Procedure

1. One must submit the recommendation letter a day in advance at JEO camp office before 12 pm.
2. Any letter after 12 pm will be rejected.
3. Along with Recommendation letter, Aadhaar Card Photocopies to be attached.
4. Submission usually takes 1 hour – 2 hours.
5. Using biometric system an enrollment will be sent by SMS to the registered mobile number.
6. The same number can be used to check the status
7. Online System sends SMS to the confirmed devotees.
8. VIP Darshan Tickets can be availed using reference number and SMS at MBC counter.
9. Extra Laddus cost to be paid at MBC Counter itself.
10. Darshan Type, if it List-1 or List-2 on the Tirupati VIP Darshan ticket
11. Reporting time will be printed the Darshan Ticket.
12. Please note that VIP Darshan restricted to Protocol officials on Friday, Saturday and Sundays. Recommendation letters are not accepted on these days.
13. VIP darshan will be cancelled on special days.

New Process for Tirupati VIP Darshan Ticket

1. The devotee who donates Rs.10000 to Sri Venkateswara Aalayala Nirmanam Trust (SRIVANI Trust) can avail one time VIP Break Darshan
2. The confirmed donation receipt to be submitted at Gokulam Guesthouse Tirumala
3. Break Darshan Ticket cost Rs.500 per person to be paid at this counter.
4. The ticket can be availed one day in advance.
5. Offline payment for the next day Darshan is accepted at Donor Cell Tirumala

Reference Link: details

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Tiruchanur, 23 November 2014: Having a hectic schedule with series of rituals beginning with Suprabhatam, Sahasranamarchana, Pallaki Utsavam, Snapana Tirumanjanam on Sunday, Goddess Sri Padmavathi Devi had an exotic and aromatic “sandal bath” in Vasanthotsavam.

This unique ritual is usually conducted only on fifth day afternoon of the annual brahmotsavams where in the priests render vedic hymns and render sandal bath to give a relaxing “chill-thrill”experience and soothing feel to Goddess. The priests render the sloka “Hiranya Varnam Harinim” and appease Lord of Beauty Sri Manmadha in Vasantha Kalasa.

In other words vasanthotsavam which is also called Chandanotsavam also acts as a beauty spa and enhances the pristine beauty of Goddess to get ready for the most important vahana seva of Gaja Vahanam which takes place on Sunday evening.

Usually Vasanthotsavam in Tiruchanoor is observed as varotsavam on every Friday, Samvatsarotsavam (annual event for three days in a year) and the one which is performed on the fifth day of annual brahmotsavams.

Local MLA Sri C Bhaskar Reddy, Tirupati JEO Sri P Bhaskar, Temple Sp Gr Dy EO Smt Chenchu Lakshmi and others took part in this religious fete.

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Enchanting fragrance spread all over the premises of Sri Padmavathi Amma Varu Temple, Tiruchanoor, where the festival of flowers-Pushpayagam took place in ceremonial way.

Usually this religious ceremony is performed after Annual Brahmotsavams on the asterism of Kartheeka Maasam as per Hindu calendar.

After the daily pujas, Goddess Sri Padmavathi AmmaVaru is seated on a special golden platform and Snapana Tirumanjanam was performed.

Later the utsava murthy is decked up and the most unique worship was done to them with tones of varieties of flowers.

Traditional flowers including sampangi, maruvam, davanam, chamanthi, roses, kaluva etc. were blessed to have touched the deities from top to bottom in this floral bath rendered to them amidst chanting of vedic hymns.

This religious floral fete has come to an end with the deities immersed to their neck depth. Later procession was taken place in the evening.

There was an age old belief that this festival is usually performed to save the earth from natural calamities such as quakes, cyclones, epidemics and appease the Lord to save the life of humanity, flora and fauna from all the catastrophes.

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SRI PADMAVATHI AMMA VARU ON HANUMANTHA VAHANAM TIRUCHANOOR

GODDESS AS LORD SRI RAMA RIDES ON HIS “LOYAL SERVANT” HANUMANTHA ; Hanumantha Vahanam Tiruchanoor

Tiruchanur, 22 November 2014: As a part of the ongoing annual Karthika Brahmotsavams, on the serene evening of Saturday, Goddess Sri Padmavathi Devi dressed up as Lord Sri Rama with bow and arrow in Her hand, mounted on the mighty Hanumantha Vahana blessed Her devotees at Tiruchanoor.

Service to the Lord is so intimate that He offers it to only the most trustworthy souls. The right example for this “Dasya Pravrithi” is none other than the great and strong yet humble Hindu mythological character Lord Hanuman who dedicated his entire life in the service of Lord Sri Rama.

Hanuman stands tall as a right example of Dasyam means surrendering totally to His master or Lord. By riding on this vahanam, the Goddess taught her devotees that “Dasya means not to serve the Lord directly, but to serve those who serve Him. Our aspiration should rather be to serve the servants of the servants of the servants of the Lord, stretching our humility as far as our realizations will allow.

A true servant of God finds joy in serving the servants of God. So great is the pleasure found in the effort and sacrifice of such service.

Thousands of devotees converged to catch the glimpse of Goddess in Lord Rama Avatara on the mighty Hanumantha Vahana.

Chief Secretary of AP Sri IYR Krishna Rao, TTD EO Sri MG Gopal, JEO Sri KS Sreenivasa Raju, JEO Tirupati Sri P Bhaskar, ACVSO Sri Sivakumar Reddy, Temple Spl.Gr.Dy.E.O.Smt Chenchu Lakshmi, SE III Sri Ramachandra Reddy, former TTD Board Chairman Sri K Bapiraju, AEO Smt Nagarathana, Supdt Sri Varaprasad, Arjitham & Prasadam Inspectors Sri Anjaneyulu and other temple staff, huge number of devotees took part in this festival.

ISSUED BY TTDs PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER, TIRUPATI

Hanumantha Vahanam Gallery

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