Special Sahasra Kalasabhishekam at Tirumala – Bhoga Srinivasa Consecrated
TTD performed Special Sahasra Kalasabhishekam at Tirumala for Bhoga Srinivasa Murthy. Ritual held in Ekantam at Garudalwar Sannidhi. Full details inside.
Special Sahasra Kalasabhishekam at Tirumala – A Sacred Offering to Bhoga Srinivasa
TTD performed Special Sahasra Kalasabhishekam at Tirumala for Bhoga Srinivasa Murthy. Ritual held in Ekantam at Garudalwar Sannidhi. Full details inside.
On the sacred occasion of the consecration of the Kautuka Beram – Bhoga Srinivasa Murthy, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) conducted a Special Sahasra Kalasabhishekam ritual on Sunday, June 2, 2025, in Ekantam (private without public participation) at the Garudalwar Sannidhi inside the Tirumala temple.
Ritual Timings & Location
- Date: Sunday, June 2, 2025
- Time: 6:00 AM to 8:30 AM
- Venue: Garudalwar Sannidhi, Tirumala Temple
The ritual was performed as a symbolic offering to Bhoga Srinivasa Murthy, also known as Manavala Perumal, in the presence of other Utsava Murthies.
Deities Participating in the Ritual
| Deity | Role in the Ritual |
|---|---|
| Sri Malayappa Swamy | Utsava Murthy (processional deity) |
| Sridevi and Bhudevi | Divine consorts of Lord Venkateswara |
| Sri Vishwaksena | Chief commander of Vishnu’s divine army |
| Bhoga Srinivasa Murthy | Kautuka Beram placed facing Mula Virat |
All these deities were placed facing each other, and a holy thread was tied from Bhoga Srinivasa Murthy to the Mula Virat, symbolically linking the Kalasabhishekam to the presiding deity.
Importance of Bhoga Srinivasa Murthy (Manavala Perumal)
This 18-inch silver idol is a Kautuka Beram, gifted in the 7th Century AD by Pallava queen Sri Perundevi (Samavai). It is an exact replica of Lord Venkateswara and holds high spiritual significance.
- Used for daily rituals, including Suprabhata Seva
- Represents the Lord in all sacred ceremonies when the main deity is not directly accessible
- Known as Bhoga Srinivasa or Manavala Perumal
About Sahasra Kalasabhishekam
Sahasra Kalasabhishekam means “offering of 1000 sacred vessels” filled with holy water, herbs, and other purifying items, poured over the deities while chanting Vedic hymns by temple priests.
This special version was performed as a tribute to the spiritual bond between Bhoga Srinivasa and the Mula Virat (main deity), signifying unity and divine continuity.
Dignitaries Present at the Ceremony
| Name | Designation |
|---|---|
| Sri B R Naidu | TTD Chairman |
| Sri Ch Venkaiah Chowdary | TTD Additional EO |
| Sri Venugopala Deekshitulu | Chief Priest, Tirumala |
| Sri Munikrishna Reddy | Temple AEO |
| Sri Lokanatham | Dy EO |
| Sri Rama Krishna | Temple Peishkar |
| HH Sri Pedda Jeeyar Swamy | Tirumala Pontiff |
| HH Sri Chinna Jeeyar Swamy | Tirumala Pontiff |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the Kautuka Beram?
It refers to Bhoga Srinivasa Murthy – a smaller idol used for daily rituals, spiritually linked to the main deity.
Q: Is this a regular ritual?
Sahasra Kalasabhishekam is performed monthly, but this special edition was held due to the consecration event.
Q: Why is Bhoga Srinivasa so important?
It is a historically gifted idol and represents the Lord for daily pujas and sevas when Mula Virat is not directly accessed.
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Editor’s Note — Tirumala Update, April 2026
As of April 2026, Tirumala continues to be among the world’s busiest pilgrimage destinations, with daily pilgrim footfall typically ranging between 60,000 and 90,000 on ordinary weekdays and climbing well past 1 lakh on weekends, school holidays, and festival periods. Sarva Darshan (free) queue wait times have generally hovered between 8 and 24 hours depending on the day, while Special Entry Darshan (SED) slots continue to move considerably faster. The TTD Board, under the Government of Andhra Pradesh, continues to review operational policies, tender processes, and temple administration matters periodically.
- For latest official announcements and press releases, refer to news.tirumala.org.
- For booking and pilgrim services, always verify on tirumala.org before travel.
Pilgrims are advised to plan extra buffer time during peak seasons.
Last reviewed: April 22, 2026
