Brahmotsavam festival at the famous Lakshmi Narasimha temple in Singrikudi

The Brahmotsavam festival at the famous Lakshmi Narasimha temple in Singrikudi, near Cuddalore, is set to commence on the 14th date with the flag hoisting ceremony. This temple, renowned for its historical significance, hosts the annual Brahmotsavam festival with great pomp and splendour. This year’s Brahmotsavam begins at 6 AM on the 14th date (Tuesday) with the flag hoisting ceremony.

The festivities start with a special abhishekam (ritual bathing) performed to the deity Lakshmi Narasimha Perumal along with Goddess Sridevi, followed by special decorations and offerings. Subsequently, Veda mantras are chanted, and various rituals are performed as part of the Brahmotsavam.

Devotees gather in large numbers to witness the divine darshan of the deity during this festival. Following this, various processions take place daily, with the deity being taken out on different vahanas (vehicles) such as Hamsa vahanam, Simha vahanam, Anumandha vahanam, and Naga vahanam during the evenings. On the 18th date, there will be Garuda Sevai procession in the night. Later, a grand procession will be held with Vasantotsavam in the morning, Elephant procession in the night, and Mangalakiri procession on the 21st date along with Vennai Thazhi Kavadi. The festival culminates with the grand chariot procession on the 22nd date. The procession begins in the morning, and Lakshmi Narasimha Perumal and the Goddess receive special abhishekam and puja. This is followed by adorning the deity with special decorations, after which the chariot procession commences, bringing immense joy to the devotees. The chariot procession reaches the main square around 4:30 AM, where the deity will be stationed.

The festival continues with the Avarohanam (descension) on the 23rd date, followed by Mattaiyadi Utsavam in the night, Indira Vimanam procession in the night on the 24th date, Pushpa Yagam on the 25th date, and finally, Unjal Utsavam on the 26th date. These events are meticulously organized and managed by the temple authorities.

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