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The Vasantha Utsavam (Spring Festival) at the Arunachaleswarar Temple continues with spiritual fervor as Day 8 celebrations were observed on April 28, 2026 (Tuesday).

On this auspicious day, the deity Annamalaiyar with Unnamulai Amman gave a special darshan at the Jalakandeswarar shrine, located near the Sthala Vriksha in the third prakaram of the temple. Following the darshan, Deeparadhana (ritual worship with lamps) was performed in the presence of devotees.

On Friday, April 24, 2026, the fourth day of the Chithirai Vasantha Utsavam was celebrated with great devotion and grandeur at the sacred Arunachaleswarar Temple in Tiruvannamalai.

Devotees gathered in large numbers to witness the rituals, special decorations, and divine celebrations, marking another spiritually vibrant day of the festival.

The grand Chithirai Vasantha Utsavam has commenced at the famous Arunachaleswarar Temple, drawing large numbers of devotees to Tiruvannamalai.

As part of the first day celebrations, a special Mandagapadi ritual was held inside the temple on the previous night. Following this, a unique and traditional ceremony took place near the sacred Magizha Maram, where a symbolic sedippenn (decorative doll figure) offered flowers to the deity.

The annual Chithirai Vasantha Festival is set to begin at the famous Arunachaleswarar Temple in Tiruvannamalai.

As part of the celebrations, the traditional “Pandhakkal” (flag post installation) ceremony will be held on April 20, 2026, in the evening, marking the commencement of the festival.

Following this, the Chithirai Vasantha Utsavam will be celebrated from April 21 to April 30, 2026, with various rituals and special poojas conducted throughout the period.

Devotees from across the state are expected to participate in large numbers to witness the grand festivities at the temple.

The Panguni Uthiram festival at Arunachaleswarar Temple in Tiruvannamalai will be celebrated from April 1 to April 6, 2026. Devotees can witness special rituals, processions, and grand celebrations during this sacred annual festival.