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Konaseema Prabhala Teertham

Prabhala theertham festival in Konaseema, where two Prabhas are being carried by the devotees.

Konaseema Prabhala Teertham, also known locally as Jaggannathota Prabhala Theertham, is a unique Hindu religious festival event that is celebrated annually on Kanuma day of Sankranti festival in Konaseema region of Andhra Pradesh, India.[1] As it was a four century-old event happening annually, it was declared as State festival by the Government of Andhra Pradesh before Sankranti 2026.[2] People from 11 villages, where the 'Ekadasa Rudra temples' are situated, would at Jaggannathota with the Prabhalu (carried chariots), carrying Lord Shiva. During 2026 Republic Day celebrations, the Andhra Pradesh tableau showcased this Prabhala Teertham festival.[3]

References

  1. ^ Express News Service, ed. (16 January 2026). "Konaseema Prabhala Theertham: A 476-year-old tradition that draws thousands without temples or idols". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 28 January 2026.
  2. ^ The Hindu Bureau, ed. (26 November 2025). "Konaseema Prabhala Teertham set to be declared as State festival of A.P." The Hindu. Retrieved 28 January 2026.
  3. ^ The Press Trust of India, ed. (26 January 2026). "Andhra Pradesh's R-Day tableau showcases Prabhala Theertham festival". The Siasat Daily. Retrieved 28 January 2026.
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