WARANGAL: The historic Bhadrakali temple will celebrate the 15-day Shakambari Utsavalu from Thursday.
Addressing the media, chief priest B Seshu said that the festival will commence on the auspicious occasion of Sahasra Kalasabhishekam and conclude on July 10, when the goddess will be adorned with a grand decoration of vegetables.
Celebrated annually during the month of Ashada, the festival is observed to invoke the blessings of the goddess for timely rainfall, a bountiful harvest, and abundant vegetable yield. Historically, it is stated that during times of severe hardship, goddess Bhadrakali compassionately responded to the suffering of farmers and the general populace, bringing much-needed rainfall and prosperity.
Pilgrims perform special rituals throughout the festival, seeking divine blessings for agricultural well-being.
Endowments Minister Konda Surekha has been invited to participate in the inaugural prayers at the temple.
The temple’s executive committee, executive officer and staff have made all necessary arrangements for the smooth conduct of the festivities.
Throughout the 15 days, the deity will be uniquely decorated with a variety of vegetables, attracting thousands of devotees.