Sankranti Festivities at Appanna Swamy Temple: Join Simhachalam's Grand Celebrations!

• Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple on Simhachalam Hill to host grand Sankranti celebrations from January 14, 2026.
• Events include Bhogi bonfires, pearl rangolis with Gobemmas, traditional performances like Duddu Basavannas, Haridasu impersonations, and kite flying.
• Rangoli competition entries accepted on January 13, 2026 (4-9 PM) at Maada Veedhi; winners announced January 14.
• Bhogi Pallu ceremony for children on January 14, 2026, at 9 AM at Kala Vedika; cow worship on Kanuma day (Jan 16) at Krishnapuram goshala.
• Deputy Commissioner N. Sujatha announced extensive arrangements to showcase Hindu Sanatana Dharma and Telugu rural culture.

Why It Matters: Experience traditional Sankranti celebrations at Simhachalam's Appanna Swamy temple from Jan 14, 2026.