Archive · 30 Jul 2026
Shakambhari Navaratri Ends with Grand Darshan in Warangal
A big Hindu festival called Shakambhari Navaratri was celebrated for 15 days at a temple in Warangal.
Thousands of people came to see the goddess, even though it rained a bit.
The goddess’s statue was covered with 4,000 kilograms of vegetables, fruits, and leaves to show she gives food to everyone.
Temple workers, police, and volunteers helped keep the crowd safe and organized.
The festival ended with a special fire ritual called Poornahuti, and everyone thanked the helpers for making it a success.
15‑day Shakambhari Navaratri celebrations ended at Sri Bhadrakali Temple, Warangal.
Thousands of devotees attended despite intermittent rain, chanting devotionals.
The deity was decorated with about 4,000 kg of vegetables, fruits, and leafy greens.
Temple executive officer Ramala Sunitha coordinated crowd management with police and government agencies.
The festival concluded with a Poornahuti ritual and thanks to volunteers and officials.
- Who
- Devotees, temple officials, police, volunteers, and government departments
- What
- 15‑day Shakambhari Navaratri celebrations and darshan of Goddess Bhadrakali
- When
- Concluded on Wednesday, coinciding with Ashada Pournami
- Where
- Sri Bhadrakali Temple, Warangal
- Why
- To honor Goddess Bhadrakali and seek blessings of food and prosperity
- Event
- Shakambhari Navaratri celebrations
- Location
- Sri Bhadrakali Temple, Warangal
- Duration
- 15 days
- Deity
- Goddess Bhadrakali (Shakambhari incarnation)
- Decoration weight
- 4,000 kg of vegetables, fruits, leafy greens