The Kallepalli Pushkara festival, also known as Kallepalli Pushkaralu, is a Hindu festival dedicated to the worship of rivers. It is part of the larger Pushkaram (or Pushkaralu) festival, which celebrates the 12 major rivers of India. Each river is associated with a zodiac sign, and the festival for a particular river is held when the planet Jupiter (Brihaspati) is in that sign. The Kallepalli Pushkaram, specifically, is associated with the Godavari River.
Pedda Kallepalli Pushkara Festival
The Pedda Kallepalli Pushkara festival, also known as Kallepalli Pushkaram, is a Hindu festival dedicated to the worship of rivers. It is part of the larger Pushkaram (or Pushkaralu) festival, which celebrates the 12 major rivers of India. Each river is associated with a zodiac sign, and the festival for a particular river is held when the planet Jupiter (Brihaspati) is in that sign. The Kallepalli Pushkaram, specifically, is associated with the Godavari River.
The festival starts from the Ashadha (June/July) month on the Chaturdashi day (thithi) (14th day), when planet Jupiter enters the zodiac sign of Leo.The festival is "theoretically" observed throughout the twelve months that the planet remains in that sign, but the first 12 days are considered most sacred.The first 12 days of the Godavari Pushkaram are known as "Aadhi Pushkaram" and the last 12 days are titled "Anthya Pushkaralu".The next Maha Pushkaram will be celebrated in 2159
Pedakallepalli is also known for its spiritual atmosphere and is associated with the Pedakallepalli Temple, which hosts various festivals and vrathams. One notable event is the special temple service held on Maha Shivaratri, which fell on March 8th, 2026. The temple also celebrates the Aadi Goddess Power month, which involves 31 days of special events to invoke blessings for wealth, protection, wellness, and opportunities. The exact dates for the Aadi month festivities vary each year according to the lunar calendar.
Key aspects of the festival:
Rituals:
Devotees take a holy dip in the river, believing it cleanses them of sins and removes obstacles.
Significance:
The festival is deeply rooted in Hindu tradition and is considered a highly auspicious time for prayers and rituals.
Duration:
The festival typically lasts for 12 days.
Location:
The Godavari River is the focus of the Kallepalli Pushkaram, with major celebrations in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
Specific locations:
Notable places along the Godavari River where celebrations are held include Kaleshwaram, Basar, Dharmapuri, and Bhadrachalam in Telangana, and Rajahmundry and Antarvedi in Andhra Pradesh.
About- PeddaKallepalli- Mopdevi Mandal- Krishna District
Pedakallēpalli is a village in Mopidevi mandal, in Diviseema taluk, Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh, India. Pedakallepalli is also known as Dakshina Kasi (The Kasi of south). The village is located on the banks of Krishna River. This village was also known as Kadhalipuram.
Famous Temples: Sri Durga Nageswara Swamy Temple : This is an ancient temple. This temple was built in A.C.1140. It was later renovated by Challapalli Raja, Sri Yarlagadda Kodanda Ramanna in 1782. There is a Govt. School, SDNSDS High School,within this village.
