Every twelve years, there is a very special celebration waiting to happen. Luckily, in the year 2026, not only the people of South India but also every spiritual enthusiast from different locations will gather and celebrate the “Saraswati Pushkaralu”. It is the event of worshipping and showing faith towards Shri Maha Saraswati Devi, the goddess of knowledge, wisdom and arts.
Saraswati Anthya Pushkaralu 2026
What is Saraswati Pushkaralu?
Saraswati Pushkaralu is a very popular Vedic festival that takes place once every 12 years in Telangana State. The event starts with the blessings from Shri Maha Saraswati Ammavari Temple. From sunrise to sunset, the banks of Pushkar Ghat come alive with chanting mantras, temple bells and the soft splash of water as pilgrims take their holy dip. But the experience goes beyond just bathing.
Rituals at Kaleshawram Ghat Before Sun Rises
| Time | Rituals |
|---|---|
| 4:30 AM | Pilgrims line up for the holy dip at sunrise. |
| 6:00 AM | Puja and abhishekam at nearby temples. |
| 9:00 AM | Special homams (fire rituals) for knowledge, prosperity and spiritual growth. |
| 12:00 PM | Community meals (Anna Daanam). |
| Afternoon & Evening | Devotional music, Homam performing, cultural programmes and temple pujas. |
Many devotees also perform Tarpanam (ancestral rituals) during this period, as it is believed that the river holds divine energy that helps free the souls.
Saraswati Pushkaralu Puja Timings & Events Schedule
The festival Saraswati Pushkaralu 2026 starts on 21st May and ends on 1st June at Kaleshwaram Kshetra, located in the Jayashankar Bhupalpally district of Telangana. The festival will be performed at Kaleshwara Mukteswara Swamy Temple. It is believed that Mahadev protects the devotees who come to Kaleshwara Mukteswara Swamy Temple in every worst situation. During the Saraswati Pushkaralu, this temple will be the primary attraction for pilgrims. Here are all the details about Saraswati Pushkaralu 2026:
Read More: Kaleshwaram Temple Timings, History & How to Reach
| Date | Tithi | Day | Nakshatram | Kamyartha Homam |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21/05/2026 | Panchami | Thursday | Punarvasu | Maha Ganapati Homam (Sakala Vighna Nivaranartham) |
| 22/05/2026 | Shashthi | Friday | Pushyami | Subrahmanya Shadakshari Homam (Santhana Prapti, Shatrubadha Nivaranartham) |
| 23/05/2026 | Sapthami | Saturday | Ashlesha | Hayagriva Homam (Sakala Vidya Praptyartham) |
| 24/05/2026 | Ashtami | Sunday | Makha | Navagraha Homam (Navagraha Prasada Siddhyartham) |
| 25/05/2026 | Navami | Monday | Pubha | Maha Mrityunjaya Homam (Apamrityu Dosha Nivaranartham) |
| 26/05/2026 | Dashami | Tuesday | Uttara | Durga Suktha Homam (Sakala Aishwarya Praptyartham) |
| 27/05/2026 | Ekaadashi | Wednesday | Hastha | Maha Sudarshana Homam (Sakala Drishti Dosha Nivaranartham) |
| 28/05/2026 | Dwadashi | Thursday | Chitra | Medha Dakshinamurthy Homam (Medha Dharana Siddhyartham) |
| 29/05/2026 | Treyodashi | Friday | Swathi | Swayamvara Parvathi Homam (Shighra Vivaha Praptyartham) |
| 30/05/2026 | Chaturdashi | Saturday | Vishaka | Dhanvantari Homam (Ayur Arogya Praptyartham) |
| 31/05/2026 | Poornami | Sunday | Anuradha | Maha Rudra Homam (Ashta Aishwarya Praptyartham) |
| 01/06/2026 | Padyami | Monday | Jyeshta | Laghu Chandi Homam (Sakala Paapakshayartham) |
Nearby Places in Kaleswaram
Here are the best places for spiritual seeking during the event Sarswati Pushkaralu 2026:
1. Pushkar Ghat, Kaleshwaram
Located in the Jayashankar Bhupalpally district of Telangana, Pushkar Ghat in Kaleshwaram is the heart of Saraswati Pushkaralu, as a large number of pilgrims gather here. This town lies at the intersection of the Godavari and Pranahita rivers.
2. Basara (Gnana Saraswati Temple)
Basara, the home of Gnana Saraswati Temple, is another major destination. Though technically not a Pushkar Ghat, it becomes a central place for devotees during this time.
3. Narasimhasagar & Dharmapuri Ghats
The events are completed on the Triveni Sangam; the Narasimhasagar & Dharmapuri Ghats have a similar atmosphere compared to Pushkar Ghat.
How to Reach the Saraswati Pushkaralu Event in Kaleswaram
It is assumed that you have reached Hyderabad and are starting your journey to reach Kaleshwaram in Jayashankar Bhupalpally district of Telangana, to attend the festival, Saraswati Pushkaralu 2026
By Road
The distance from Hyderabad to the Jayashankar Bhupalpally district is 288 km via NH163. It might take around 4 hours.
By Train
There are no direct train routes available. Still, you can book a train from Hyderabad Jn. to Warangal Station. Then you can book a cab from Warangal to the Jayashankar Bhupalpally district, which is around 67.3 km via NH163.
By Air
The nearest airport is the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad. Then you can book a cab and reach the Jayashankar Bhupalpally district to attend the festival.
Accommodation in Kaleshwaram and Nearby Cities
Every devotee’s dream is to take blessings at the Saraswati Pushkaralu event. Booking hotels during the festival is quite difficult. Here’s how YatraDham brings budget-friendly staying options with hotels, dharamshalas and ashrams with a 24-hour check-in facility. Here are the accommodations according to cities in Telangana.
Conclusion
The event, Saraswati Pushkaralu, is not a normal festival. It is a belief that we can get the positive energy or vibration inside us. Like Maa Saraswati, who gives us the power to hold the knowledge. The learnings will matter when you have learnt for good and become a good human being to teach the good lessons, like Maa Saraswati.
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