Kalyanotsavam tickets must be booked three months in advance.
When are tickets released every month?
Tickets are generally released around the 21st or 22nd of each month.
What is the ticket price for Kalyanotsavam, and how many people can attend?
The ticket price is ₹1000, and it allows entry for a husband and wife (two people).
We have children. Can we bring them along?
Children below 12 years of age can accompany you without a ticket.
We have two children above 12 years of age. What should we do?
You need to purchase one additional ticket for them.
If tickets are sold out before I book for my children, is there any alternative?
TTD provides ₹300 tickets for girls at the Supatham entrance. However, these tickets are not issued for boys.
We have booked Kalyanotsavam. What should we bring, and where should we report?
You need to bring the booking printout and your Aadhaar cards. Traditional attire is mandatory. Report to the Supatham (near the flyover bridge next to the temple) by 10:00 AM.
Will there be darshan for those attending Kalyanotsavam?
Yes, darshan is included for devotees attending the Kalyanotsavam.
How long does the entire process take?
After reporting at Supatham, the Kalyanotsavam will be conducted in a mandapam inside the temple. Darshan will be arranged either before or after the seva. You can expect to complete everything by 1:00 PM.
If we book Kalyanotsavam now, when can we book another seva?
You cannot book any other Arjitha Seva for six months.
Does this mean we cannot visit the temple for six months?
No, you can still book ₹300 darshan and other services, but not Arjitha Sevas.
We heard there is a lucky draw system on the hill. Are Kalyanotsavam tickets included in this?
Yes, the CRO office on the hill conducts a lucky draw for the next day's sevas, including Kalyanotsavam. You can participate there.
What are the timings for the CRO office counter?
The counter is open from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Will devotees attending Kalyanotsavam get first-door darshan?
No, first-door darshan is not included.
Writer : Sri Nunnagoppula Bhaskara Srinivasa Prasad
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