Local Holiday on Sammakka Saralamma Jathara: The District Collector has given proceedings for the Declaration of Local Holiday on 23-02-2024 as Sri Sammakka Saralamma goddesses stay on the Gadde and to offer worship to the goddesses by all the employees and people.
Sri Sammakka Saralamma Jathara as State Festival to be conducted in Medaram (V) of SS Tadvai (M) in reference of G.O.Rt.No.3192, G.A.(Poll.A) Dept., dated: dt.05.12.2015.
As the Government has declared the Medaram Sri Sammakka Saralamma Jathara as State Festival which was to be conducted Bi-annually in Mulugu District and in view of the Sri Sammakka Saralamma Jathara scheduled to be held from 21.02.2024 to 24.02.2024 to offer worship to the goddesses by all the employees and people.
In the exercise of the powers conferred on Collector has declared a Local Holiday on 23.02.2014 (Friday) in view of the arrival of Sammakka Saralamma to the Gadde and stays on gaddelu. It is applicable to all the State Govt. Offices, all Educational Institutions, and local bodies in the District, except Treasuries located in Mulugu District.
In lieu of the above holiday declared on 23.02.2024 and on 9th March, 2024 (2nd Saturday) will be the working day. This holiday will not be applicable to various establishments coming under Negotiable instruments Act.
Sammakka Saralamma Jatara Holiday 2024
Telangana Medaram Sammakka Saralamma Jatara 2024 dates announced
The dates of the Medaram Sammakka-Saralamma Mahajatara for 2024 have been finalized. The Mahajatara will be celebrated for four days in the month of February.
The temple priests announced the dates of the Medaram Mahajatara to be held in 2024. The Mahajatara will be held from February 21 to 24.
On Day 1, February 21, Sarakka’s idol is carried from Kannepalli to Medaram. Pagididda Raju’s idol is carried from Poonugondla to Medaram.
On Day 2, February 22, Sammakka’s idol and the Kumkum casket are carried to Medaram (usually by midnight) after long pujas by the Koya tribes on Chilakalagutta (the hill where the Kumkum casket is kept). Govinda Raju’s idol is carried from Kondai to Medaram.
On Day 3, February 23, Sammakka and Saralamma along with their consorts Pagididda Raju and Govinda Raju respectively, are worshipped.
On Day 4, February 24, The Jatara ends with the “Tallula Vanapravesham” (entry into the forest). The Kumkum casket is carried back to Chilakalagutta and kept there until the next Jatara.
Sammakka Saralamma Jathara in Telangana
Sammakka Saralamma Jathara is a biennial festival celebrated in the state of Telangana, India. It is a tribal festival that honors the goddesses Sammakka and Saralamma, who are believed to have protected the tribal people from the oppression of the ruling classes.
The festival is held in the town of Medaram, which is located in the Mulugu district of Telangana. It is a four-day festival that begins on the full moon day in the Hindu month of Magha (February-March).
The festival is attended by millions of people from all over India, including a large number of tribal people. Devotees offer prayers to the goddesses and take part in various rituals and activities. The festival also includes traditional dances, music, and other cultural activities.
The Sammakka Saralamma Jathara is a major cultural and religious event in Telangana. It is a time for people to come together and celebrate their shared heritage and traditions. The festival is also a time for people to pay their respects to the goddesses Sammakka and Saralamma and to seek their blessings.
History of Sammakka Saralamma Jathara
The Sammakka Saralamma Jathara has a long and rich history. It is believed that the festival has been celebrated for over 500 years. The festival is said to have originated when the goddesses Sammakka and Saralamma appeared to the tribal people and helped them to defeat the ruling classes.
The festival is a way for the tribal people to commemorate the victory of Sammakka and Saralamma and to express their gratitude for their protection. It is also a way for the tribal people to celebrate their culture and traditions.
Rituals and Activities of Sammakka Saralamma Jathara
The Sammakka Saralamma Jathara is a four-day festival that is full of rituals and activities. On the first day of the festival, devotees gather at the Gadde, which is a sacred grove located in the town of Medaram. They offer prayers to the goddesses and take part in a ritual called the “Kumbham”.
On the second day of the festival, devotees visit the Jampanna Vagu, which is a sacred stream located near the Gadde. They take a holy bath in the stream and offer prayers to the goddesses.
On the third day of the festival, devotees visit the Chilakala Gutta, which is a hill located near the Gadde. They offer prayers to the goddesses and take part in a ritual called the “Bonam”.
On the fourth day of the festival, devotees bid farewell to the goddesses and return to their homes.
Cultural Significance of Sammakka Saralamma Jathara
The Sammakka Saralamma Jathara is a major cultural event in Telangana. It is a time for people to come together and celebrate their shared heritage and traditions. The festival is also a time for people to pay their respects to the goddesses Sammakka and Saralamma and to seek their blessings.
The festival is a symbol of the cultural identity of the tribal people of Telangana. It is a way for them to express their pride in their culture and traditions. The festival is also a way for them to connect with their ancestors and to reaffirm their spiritual beliefs.
Conclusion
The Sammakka Saralamma Jathara is a unique and fascinating festival that is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Telangana. It is a festival that is full of color, music, dance, and devotion. It is a festival that is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who is lucky enough to experience it.