Vijayawada, March 15, 2026: The Sri Durga Malleswara Swamyvarla Devasthanam atop Indrakeeladri hill is in full preparation mode for Vasantha Navaratri, running from March 19 to 28.
This spring festival aligns perfectly with Ugadi the Telugu New Year marking Sri Parabhava Nama samvatsara and culminates in Sri Rama Navami on March 27.
Daily highlights include special Pushparchanas at 9 a.m. with elaborate floral offerings using jasmine, roses, lotus, and other seasonal blooms, alongside Vedic rituals like Snapana Abhishekam, Rudra Homam, and Kalasa Sthapana.
A key attraction is the Vendi Radhotsavam silver chariot procession on opening day, winding through Vijayawada neighbourhoodss such as Kanaka Durga Nagar and Radham Centre.
