Sacred Godavari river at sunrise with traditional ghats
A Sacred 12-Year Festival Returns

Godavari Pushkaralu 2027

Experience the divine blessing of the sacred Godavari river. A once-in-12-years pilgrimage that draws millions of devotees for holy dips, pujas, and ancestral rites.

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Adi Pushkaralu

June 26 – July 7, 2027

Sacred Bath

Holy dip in the Godavari

96+ Locations

Across AP & Telangana

About the Festival

What is Godavari Pushkaralu?

Godavari Pushkaralu is a sacred Hindu festival celebrated on the banks of the Godavari river. Associated with Jupiter's transit through the corresponding zodiac sign, it occurs once every 12 years for each sacred river.

Devotees taking holy dip during Pushkaralu

Traditional accounts describe Pushkara as the son of Varuna, associated with sacred waters and granted boons by Brahma and Shiva. When Pushkara enters a river along with Brihaspathi (Jupiter), the waters become especially sanctifying.

The first 12 days are called Adi Pushkaralu, and the last 12 days are called Antya Pushkaralu, both considered especially auspicious for devotees seeking spiritual elevation.

12-Year CycleJupiter TransitSacred Waters
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Important Dates

Plan your pilgrimage around these sacred dates. The core observance spans 12 days, with preparations beginning well in advance.

Adi Pushkaralu

June 26 – July 7, 2027

The first 12 days of the festival, considered highly auspicious for sacred baths and rituals.

12 Days of Sacred Observance

Antya Pushkaralu

July 13 – July 24, 2028

The last 12 days of the Pushkara period, equally sacred for devotees seeking blessings.

Note: Best times for holy dip are during Brahma Muhurta (pre-dawn) and at sunrise. Consult local panchang for auspicious timings.

Sacred Practices

Main Rituals & Observances

Participate in these time-honored rituals to receive the full blessings of Godavari Pushkaralu. Each practice holds deep spiritual significance.

01
Holy Dip

Pushkara Snanam

The sacred bath in the Godavari river during Pushkaralu is believed to wash away sins and grant spiritual purification.

02
Worship & Blessings

Puja & Darshan

Perform elaborate pujas at river ghats and visit nearby temples for divine darshan and blessings from the deities.

03
Ancestral Rites

Pitru Rituals

Tarpanam and pindam offerings for ancestors are considered especially meaningful and effective during Pushkaralu.

04
Offerings & Donations

Dana & Charity

Devotees perform charitable acts including anna dana (food distribution) and other offerings to seek blessings.

Traditional Hindu puja ritual with sacred offerings

"One who bathes in the Godavari during Pushkara attains the merit of bathing in all sacred rivers."

— Traditional Saying

Beautiful traditional ghat with temples at Rajahmundry
Pilgrimage Centers

Major Pilgrimage Locations

Over 96 locations along the Godavari have been identified for the festival.

Andhra Pradesh

Rajamahendravaram

Tier-I

Major pilgrimage center with historic ghats

Kovvur

Tier-I

Sacred bathing spot near Rajahmundry

Pattiseema

Tier-I

Holy site with ancient temple

Narsapuram

Coastal town with river confluence

Antarvedi

Tier-I

Where Godavari meets the Bay of Bengal

Davaleswaram

Historic dam and pilgrimage site

Telangana

Basara

Tier-I

Famous Saraswati temple on Godavari

Dharmapuri

Tier-I

Ancient temple town

Kaleswaram

Tier-I

Sacred Shiva temple at river confluence

Bhadrachalam

Tier-I

Renowned Sri Rama temple

Planning Note: The event is being planned on the lines of Kumbh Mela, with around 8 crore devotees expected. Nine Tier-I high-footfall areas are prioritized for infrastructure works.

2027 Preparations Underway

Grand Preparations for the Sacred Festival

Both Telangana and Andhra Pradesh governments are undertaking massive preparations similar to Kumbh Mela. Infrastructure works include ghat development, roads, accommodation, and crowd management for an expected 8 crore devotees.

96+
Pilgrimage Sites
8 Cr
Expected Devotees

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Godavari Pushkaralu 2027. Find answers to common questions about dates, rituals, and preparations.

The Adi Pushkaralu (first 12 days) is scheduled from June 26, 2027 to July 7, 2027. The Antya Pushkaralu (last 12 days) will be observed from July 13 to July 24, 2028.
Godavari Pushkaralu is associated with a 12-year cycle linked to Jupiter's transit through the zodiac. Each sacred river in India has its own Pushkaram year based on this celestial calendar.
Devotees take a holy dip (Pushkara Snanam) in the Godavari river, perform pujas at riverbank temples, conduct ancestral rituals (tarpanam and pindam), and engage in charitable activities like food distribution.
The most auspicious times are during Brahma Muhurta (approximately 4:00 AM - 5:30 AM) and at sunrise. However, baths taken at any time during Pushkaralu are considered sacred. Consult the local panchang for specific muhurtas.
The event is planned on the scale of Kumbh Mela, with approximately 8 crore (80 million) devotees expected across all locations in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana during the festival period.
Key locations include Rajamahendravaram (Rajahmundry), Kovvur, Pattiseema, and Antarvedi in Andhra Pradesh, and Basara, Dharmapuri, Kaleswaram, and Bhadrachalam in Telangana. Over 96 locations have been identified along the Godavari.
Both state governments are undertaking extensive preparations including ghat development, road infrastructure, accommodation facilities, medical camps, and crowd management systems. Nine Tier-I high-footfall areas are being prioritized for development works.