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Vemulawada Shiva Kalyanam 2026: Joginis Celebrate, Marry Each Other at Shiva's Wedding; Watch Video
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Vemulawada Shiva Kalyanam: Hijras Celebrate Unique Weddings, Videos Go Viral
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08-03-2026, 12:16
Vemulawada Shiva Kalyanam: Hijras Celebrate Unique Weddings, Videos Go Viral
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Vemulawada Sri Parvati Rajarajeswara Swamy temple hosts its annual 5-day Shiva Kalyanamahotsavams from March 5th to 9th.
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A unique tradition sees Hijras and transgenders performing symbolic weddings among themselves, considering Lord Shiva their husband.
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Participants perform rituals like applying jilakara bellam, showering talambaralu, and tying mangalsutra.
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The main Kalyanam was held on March 6th at the Shivarchana stage for devotees, attended by Government Whip Adi Srinivas.
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The grand celebrations, including Rathotsavam and Trishulayatra, conclude on March 9th, with Kanyadatas offering a dowry of one thousand crores.
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