Tirumala, October 13, 2026: On the second day of Srivari Navaratri Brahmotsavams, Sri Malayappa Swamy appeared before devotees in Dwarka Sri Krishna Alankaram on the five-hooded Chinna Sesha Vahanam on Tuesday morning.

Devotees witnessed the beautifully adorned Lord and immersed themselves in spiritual devotion.

The procession proceeded grandly with elephants and horses leading the way, accompanied by devotees performing Kolata, auspicious musical instruments, and performances by various cultural groups. The Mada Streets of Tirumala reverberated with chants of “Govinda, Govinda.”

Chinna Sesha Vahanam – Symbol of Family Well-being

In the Vaishnava tradition, the Lord is regarded as ‘Sheshi’ and the world as ‘Shesha Bhutam’. The Chinna Sesha Vahanam, representing Vasuki, the king of serpents, reflects this spiritual concept. Devotees believe that having the darshan of the Lord on the Chinna Sesha Vahanam brings family well-being and the spiritual benefits of Kundalini Yoga.

Sri Malayappa Swamy on Hamsa Vahanam

On Tuesday evening, Sri Malayappa Swamy was scheduled to bless devotees on the Hamsa Vahanam from 7 PM to 9 PM in Saraswati Alankaram, holding a veena and appearing as the bestower of knowledge.

The Hamsa Vahanam darshan highlighted the divine significance of Goddess Saraswati, symbolising knowledge and wisdom.

The Vahana Seva was attended by Tirumala Sri Sri Sri Pedda Jeeyar Swamy, Sri Sri Sri Chinna Jeeyar Swamy, TTD EO Sri Muddada Ravichandra, Additional EO Sri C. H. Venkaiah Chowdary, board members, CVSO Sri K. V. Muralikrishna, and other officials.

Issued by the TTD Chief Public Relations Officer.