Archive · 28 Nov 2025
Major Religious Events in India
Several big religious events are happening in India.
The Bhavani Deeksha Viramana will take place at the Sri Kanaka Durga Temple in Vijayawada from December 11 to 15, 2025, with over 6 lakh devotees expected.
The Sammakka–Saralamma Jatara will be held in Medaram from January 28 to 31, 2025, with 1.5 crore devotees expected.
The Sabarimala Pilgrimage is ongoing in Kerala, with more than 10 lakh devotees already visiting.
The Haridwar Kumbh 2027 is scheduled from January 14 to April 20, 2027, and will include 10 holy baths.
The Godavari Pushkaralu is planned for July 2027, expecting around 5 crore devotees.
Authorities are making sure these events are safe and well-organized for everyone.
Bhavani Deeksha Viramana event scheduled from December 11 to 15, 2025, at Sri Kanaka Durga Temple in Vijayawada, expecting over 6 lakh devotees.
Sammakka–Saralamma Jatara to be held in Medaram from January 28 to 31, 2025, with an estimated 1.5 crore devotees and 10,000 police personnel deployed.
Sabarimala Pilgrimage ongoing with over 10 lakh devotees, with strengthened security measures and considerations for spot booking at Mukkuzhi.
Haridwar Kumbh 2027 scheduled from January 14 to April 20, 2027, with 10 Shahi Snans and comprehensive security arrangements.
Godavari Pushkaralu planned for July 2027, expecting around 5 crore devotees, with officials directed to prepare a comprehensive action plan.
- Who
- Devotees and officials including police, district administration, temple authorities, and government ministers
- What
- Major religious events including Bhavani Deeksha Viramana, Sammakka–Saralamma Jatara, Sabarimala Pilgrimage, Haridwar Kumbh 2027, and Godavari Pushkaralu
- When
- December 11 to 15, 2025 (Bhavani Deeksha Viramana); January 28 to 31, 2025 (Sammakka–Saralamma Jatara); Ongoing (Sabarimala Pilgrimage); January 14 to April 20, 2027 (Haridwar Kumbh 2027); July 2027 (Godavari Pushkaralu)
- Where
- Sri Kanaka Durga Temple, Vijayawada (Bhavani Deeksha Viramana); Medaram, Warangal (Sammakka–Saralamma Jatara); Sabarimala, Kerala (Sabarimala Pilgrimage); Haridwar (Haridwar Kumbh 2027); Godavari River (Godavari Pushkaralu)
- Why
- To facilitate religious observances and ensure the safety and convenience of devotees
- Event 1
- Bhavani Deeksha Viramana
- Date 1
- December 11 to 15, 2025
- Location 1
- Sri Kanaka Durga Temple, Indrakeeladri, Vijayawada
- Expected Devotees 1
- 6 lakh
- Security Personnel 1
- 3,000
- CCTV Cameras 1
- 300+
- Laddus to be Prepared 1
- 20 lakh
- Barbers for Hair Offering 1
- 850
- Event 2
- Sammakka–Saralamma Jatara
- Date 2
- January 28 to 31, 2025
- Location 2
- Medaram, Warangal
- Expected Devotees 2
- 1.5 crore
- Security Personnel 2
- 10,000
- Queue Lines
- 8 entry, 3 exit
- Event 3
- Sabarimala Pilgrimage
- Location 3
- Sabarimala, Kerala
- Expected Devotees 3
- 10 lakh+
- Security Measures
- Strengthened
- Spot Booking
- Considered at Mukkuzhi
- Event 4
- Haridwar Kumbh 2027
- Date 4
- January 14 to April 20, 2027
- Location 4
- Haridwar
- Expected Devotees 4
- Not specified
- Security Personnel 4
- Multiple agencies involved
- Shahi Snans
- 10
- Event 5
- Godavari Pushkaralu
- Date 5
- July 2027
- Location 5
- Godavari River
- Expected Devotees 5
- 5 crore
Sources
6 Lakh Devotees Expected for Bhavani Deeksha Viramana atop Indrakeeladri
Surveillance to be tightened on Sabarimala traditional forest route to ease pilgrim rush
Medaram Jatara to See 1.5 Crore Devotees; 10,000 Cops to Be Deployed
Priority to Common Devotees at Tirumala: CM Naidu
To Replicate Tirumala Temple In Amaravati, Chandrababu Naidu's Rs 250 Crore Plan
CM envisions wider spiritual role for TTD
Minister Seeks Action Plan For 2027 Godavari Pushkaralu
