On Monday, June 22, 2026, TTD will conduct the Grand Pushpayagam Mahotsavam at Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple, Tirupati. This rare flower-yajna at one of the 108 Divya Desams is one of the few major South Indian temple events where NRI families across the world can participate live via SVBC streaming — at times that work for every major diaspora time zone.

What is Pushpayagam?

Pushpayagam (flower-yajna) is one of the highest forms of arul-puja in the Vaikhanasa Agama tradition. Instead of water or fire as the offering medium, the moolavar is bathed in mountains of fresh seasonal flowers across multiple sevas through the day. The Padma Purana states: "One Pushpayagam done with full bhakti grants the punya of a thousand yajnas." Lord Vishnu is described as "Pushpa-priya" — lover of flowers.

Why Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple Specifically

Sri Govindaraja Swamy Temple in Tirupati town (not the famous hill temple of Sri Venkateswara at Tirumala) is one of the 108 Divya Desams of Sri Vaishnava tradition, traced to Ramanujacharya in the 12th century. The presiding deity in bhujanga-shayanam (reclining) posture is considered the younger brother of Sri Venkateswara. Pushpayagam here specifically is believed to grant family harmony, marriage and progeny boons, wealth-flow clearance, and chronic illness recovery.

Schedule for June 22, 2026

  • Suprabhata Seva: 04:30 AM — temple opens
  • Visesha Snapana Tirumanjanam: 05:00 AM — ceremonial bathing
  • Tomala Seva + Archana: 06:00 AM — morning flower garland offering
  • Sahasra Kalashabhishekam: 08:00 AM — 1008 vessels of sacred water
  • Pushpayagam Snapana Tirumanjanam: 10:00 AM — the main ~3-hour event begins
  • Mahaprasadam Distribution: after the morning sevas
  • Evening Aarti: 07:00 PM with special illumination

Always verify the latest schedule at tirumala.org before travelling.

Watch Live From Your Country

TTD streams Pushpayagam on SVBC (Sri Venkateswara Bhakti Channel) YouTube — completely free, no subscription.

  • USA East Coast (EDT): starts 00:30 AM June 22 (overnight)
  • USA West Coast (PDT): starts 09:30 PM June 21
  • UK (BST): starts 05:30 AM June 22
  • UAE (GST): starts 08:30 AM June 22
  • Singapore (SGT): starts 12:30 PM June 22
  • Australia East (AEST): starts 02:30 PM June 22

Home Worship — If You Cannot Travel or Watch Live

  1. Wake before sunrise; set up a Vishnu/Venkateswara altar with fresh available flowers — tulsi if possible, otherwise roses, jasmine, marigold.
  2. Recite Vishnu Sahasranama during morning hours.
  3. Offer flowers chanting "Govindam Govindam Govindam" — this is your home Pushpayagam.
  4. Donate to TTD annaprasadam (annadanam.tirumala.org) in your family's gotra name — equivalent in punya to attending in person.

Planning a Tirupati Trip From Abroad

  • Best airport: Tirupati Airport (TIR) — direct flights from Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai
  • Book sevas: online.tirumala.org accepts international cards; upload valid passport copy
  • Accommodation: TTD cottages (book in advance) or private hotels in Tirupati town
  • Pair with: Sri Venkateswara Tirumala (the hill), Sri Padmavathi at Tiruchanur, Sri Kapileshwara Swamy — make it a 3–4 day pilgrimage
  • Food: free TTD annaprasadam for all devotees; carry water as a precaution

FAQ

Can NRIs book seva tickets from abroad?

Yes — TTD accepts international credit/debit cards on online.tirumala.org. Upload a valid passport copy.

Is live streaming free?

Completely free. No subscription, no fee — SVBC YouTube channel.

Can I sponsor a seva from abroad in my family name?

Yes — TTD processes seva sponsorships with your gotra and name. Visit "Donate" on the official portal.

🌸 Om Namo Venkatesaya. May the flower-rain of Pushpayagam shower blessings on your family across continents. 🌸