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The Hindu
26-05-2025
- The Hindu
Kaleshwaram soaks in spiritual fervour as the 12-day Saraswati Pushkaralu draws to a close
Devotional fervour reached a crescendo in Kaleshwaram as the 12-day-long Saraswati Pushkaralu, which was marked by spiritual vivacity, celebration of spiritual traditions and devotional discourses, concluded amid spiritually surcharged atmosphere in the historic pilgrimage centre of Telangana's Jayashankar Bhupalpally district, on Monday (May 26, 2025). An estimated 30 lakh pilgrims took a holy dip at Triveni Sangamam, the confluence of three rivers — Godavari, Pranahita and the subterranean Aantarvahini Saraswati — in Kaleshwaram during the mega religious fete from May 15 to 26, officials said. The 'Saraswati Nava Ratnamala Harathi' was performed at the picturesque Saraswati Ghat, illuminated by colourful lights, late on Monday evening, marking the culmination of the once-in-12-years mega religious fete. Minister for IT and Industries D. Sridhar Babu, Telangana Chief Secretary K. Ramakrishna Rao and Endowments department Principal Secretary Shailaja Ramaiyer were among those present. Kaleshwaram was soaked in spiritual ecstasy as hordes of pilgrims swarmed Triveni Sangamam earlier in the day. The historic temple, dedicated to Sri Kaleshwara Mukteshwara Swamy, was abuzz with pilgrims standing in long-winding queues waiting for their turn to have darshan of the presiding deities from dawn to dusk. Speaking at Saraswati Ghat late on Monday evening, Mr. Sridhar Babu appreciated the official machinery, NGOs and others for their tireless efforts in ensuring the successful conduct of Saraswati Pushkaralu in a befitting manner.
Hindustan Times
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
12-day Saraswati Pushkaralu kicks off in Kaleshwaram
The 12-day Saraswati Pushkaralu, a Kumbh Mela-like ritual for Saraswati river kick-started at the temple town Kaleshwaram, the abode of Sri Kaleshwara Sri Mukteswara Swamy temple in Telangana's Jayashankar Bhupalpally district, on Thursday. The once in 12-year mega religious event began at 5.44 am with Ganapathi puja, ankurarpanam, and other holy rituals amid chanting of Vedic hymns by the priests of the historic Sri Kaleshwara Sri Mukteswara Swamy temple. Madhavananda Saraswati of Sri Gurumadananda Saraswati Peetham performed special rituals marking the start of the event, which is dedicated to worshipping the subterranean Saraswati river, which converges with the Godavari and the Pranahita at the confluence point called 'Triveni Sangamam' in Kaleshwaram, Telangana chief minister A Revanth Reddy took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangamam and unveil the statue of Goddess Saraswati. He also witnessed the 'Saraswati Nava Ratnamala Harathi' ritual at Saraswati Ghat. Addressing the devotees after performing to the presiding deity of the Kaleshwaram temple, the chief minister said it was for the first time that the state government was organising 'Saraswati Pushkaralu' since the formation of Telangana in 2014, as part of preserving our culture and traditions. 'I am very much delighted and fortunate that such a big religious event is organised during my tenure. Rivers not only reflect our civilisation but are also considered as gods,' Revanth Reddy said, adding that the state government was gearing up to celebrate Godavari Pushkaralu scheduled to be held next year. The chief minister announced allocation of ₹200 crore for the development of Kaleshwaram temple area and promote it as a big tourist destination before Godavari Pushkaralu. 'We shall release funds through the green channel for the event next year,' he said. Justice Surepalli Nanda of the Telangana high court, IT and industries minister D Sridhar Babu and Bhupalpally MLA Gandra Satyanarayana Rao were among those who took the holy dip at 'Triveni Sangamam' soon after the initiatory rituals. Spiritual leaders, eminent personalities and public representatives took part. The entire temple town has been decked up befitting the occasion with a tent city coming up along the sprawling bathing ghats in the historic pilgrimage centre. The authorities informed that the 12-day event will witness River Harathi, by pandits of the famous Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi of Uttar Pradesh and a host of devotional programmes. Sridhar Babu told reporters that around 50 special officers have been appointed to oversee the sanitation measures during the 12-day event. Dozens of ace swimmers and traditional boats have been deployed along the river course in the temple town to ensure the safety of the pilgrims. Around 3,500 police personnel have been deployed for bandobust, and as many as 200 CCTV cameras have been installed in the temple town, he said. Arrangements have been put in place for drone-aided surveillance on the temple town as a safety precaution. NDRF, SDRF and Singareni rescue teams have been stationed in the temple town, he added.
The Hindu
15-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Saraswati Pushkaralu-2025: CM promises huge funding to develop Kaleshwaram
Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has vowed to develop the historic Kaleshwaram temple in Jayashankar Bhupalpally district as a major pilgrim centre with improved pilgrim amenities, keeping in view the next Godavari Pushkaralu slated to be held in 2027. Funds to the tune of ₹100 crore to ₹200 crore would be spent to transform Kaleshwaram, the abode of Sri Kaleshwara Sri Mukteshwara Swamy temple, into a major pilgrim destination, he said after attending the rituals on the inaugural day of the 12-day Saraswati Pushkaralu in Kaleshwaram on Thursday (May 15, 2025) evening. The Chief Minister took a holy dip at the 'Triveni Sangamam', the confluence of the Godavari, the Pranahita and the subterranean Saraswati rivers in Kaleshwaram, revered as 'Trilinga Kshetram'. He offered special prayers at the historic temple in the pilgrim centre. He unveiled a 17-foot-tall statue of the Goddess Saraswati and watched the 'Saraswati Nava Ratnamala Harathi' at the brightly illuminated Saraswati Ghat. Ministers D. Sridhar Babu, Ponnam Prabhakar, Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy and Konda Surekha among others were present. The once-in-12-year event began at 5.44 a.m. with Ganapathi puja, ankurarpana, and other holy rituals amid chanting of Vedic hymns by the priests of the historic Sri Kaleshwara Sri Mukteshwara Swamy temple. Madhavananda Saraswati Swamy of Sri Gurumadananda Saraswati Peetham performed special rituals marking the commencement of the holy event. Addressing the gathering at the Saraswati Ghat late on Thursday evening, the Chief Minister said the age-old tradition of celebrating Pushkaralu, dedicated to worshipping rivers, holds immense cultural significance to carry forward the holy ritual for posterity. The next Godavari and Krishna Pushkaralu as well as the historic Sammakka Saralamma jatara in Medaram will be conducted in a grand manner, he said. Appreciating the official machinery for making elaborate arrangements for the Saraswati Pushkaralu, he said taking a holy dip during the Pushkaralu holds immense spiritual significance. He asked the officials to prepare a master plan for the comprehensive development of Kaleshwaram. The Chief Minister said, 'Manthani Assembly constituency was represented by stalwarts like the former Prime Minister P V Narasimha Rao and former Assembly speaker D Sripada Rao, who endeared themselves with people and contributed immensely for the betterment of the society and the nation as a whole.' He praised IT and Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu, who is presently representing the Manthani Constituency, for his pivotal role in attracting huge investments both foreign and domestic for the accelerated development of the State and employment generation.
The Hindu
15-05-2025
- The Hindu
Telangana's Kaleshwaram comes alive as 12-day ‘Saraswati Pushkaralu' begins at ‘Triveni Sangamam'
Kaleshwaram, the historic pilgrimage centre in Telangana's Jayashankar Bhupalpally district, witnessed a steady stream of pilgrims right from the early hours of Thursday (May 15, 2025) as the 12-day Saraswati Pushkaralu got off to a devotional start in Kaleshwaram — revered as 'Trilinga Kshetram'. The once in 12-year event began at 5.44 a.m. with Ganapathi puja, ankurarpana, and other holy rituals amid chanting of Vedic hymns by the priests of the historic Sri Kaleshwara Sri Mukteshwara Swamy temple. Madhavananda Saraswati Swamy of Sri Gurumadananda Saraswati Peetham performed special rituals marking the start of the holy event at 'Triveni Sangamam' the confluence of the Godavari, the Pranahita and the subterranean Saraswati rivers. Justice Surepalli Nanda of the Telangana High Court, IT and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu and Bhupalpally MLA Gandra Satyanarayana Rao were among those who took the holy dip at 'Triveni Sangamam' soon after the initiatory rituals. The once in 12 years Saraswati Pushkaralu are being conducted officially by the State government. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy is scheduled to arrive in Kaleshwaram in the evening. He will take 'ritual bath' and 'sankalpam' at Triveni Sangamam, unveil the statue of Goddess Saraswati and watch the 'Saraswati Nava Ratnamala Harathi' ritual at Saraswati Ghat late on Thursday evening, before leaving for Hyderabad.
