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    Ayyappa Padi Puja in Hyderabad

    During the Mandala season, Ayyappa Swamy devotees in black attire are a familiar sight across Hyderabad, and homes and colonies host Padi Pujas with bhajans late into the evening before devotees leave for Sabarimala.

    Intricately carved temple pillars

    A Pandit or Guruswamy style team can perform Ayyappa Padi Puja at your home, terrace or community hall with the eighteen steps setup, bhajan, Sharanu ghosha and harathi.

    वक्रतुण्ड महाकाय सूर्यकोटि समप्रभ।

    निर्विघ्नं कुरु मे देव सर्वकार्येषु सर्वदा॥

    Vakratuṇḍa mahākāya sūryakoṭi samaprabha, nirvighnaṁ kuru me deva sarvakāryeṣu sarvadā.

    O Lord with the curved trunk and mighty form, radiant as a million suns, remove the obstacles from all my undertakings, always.Traditional Ganesha prayer

    Why Hyderabad

    Why families choose Hyderabad for Ayyappa Puja

    Hyderabad has large groups of Ayyappa devotees in many colonies, and hosting a Padi Puja at home is a popular way for families to support those taking the deeksha.

    Clubhouses in gated communities often host a group Padi Puja with neighbours.

    Local traditions & timing

    • November to January is peak season; book early.
    • A Padi Puja needs space for the setup and seating for devotees.
    • Check sound and timing rules for evening bhajans.

    Where it's performed

    • Your independent house or terrace
    • The community clubhouse or hall
    • A colony temple premises, with permission

    Planning tips

    • Share the number of swamis and guests expected.
    • Tell us whether you want a bhajan team.
    • Keep ghee lamps, flowers and prasadam ready, or ask for samagri.

    About Ayyappa Puja

    Worship of Lord Ayyappa, the presiding deity of Sabarimala, traditionally performed during the Mandala season and by devotees observing deeksha.

    Duration

    2 to 4 hours

    Pricing

    On enquiry

    Online option

    In-person only

    Procedure, samagri & what's included

    Ayyappa Puja in Hyderabad: FAQs

    Can you arrange a bhajan team for Padi Puja?

    Yes, where available. Mention it when you enquire so it can be planned with the Pandit.

    Can Padi Puja be done in an apartment?

    It can be done in a clubhouse or a large flat. Share your space so we can advise.

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