Tirupati, August 18, 2026: The 209th Vardhanthi celebrations of Matrusri Tarigonda Vengamamba, the revered poetess and ardent devotee of Lord Venkateswara, will be held on August 20 and 21 at Tirumala, Tirupati and Tarigonda under the auspices of TTD.
The celebrations will feature devotional music, literary sessions, cultural programmes and Harikatha performances highlighting Vengamamba’s contribution to Telugu devotional literature and her deep devotion to Lord Venkateswara.
Two-Day Programmes in Tirupati
On August 20, devotional music by Annamacharya Project artistes will be presented at Annamacharya Kalamandiram at 9.30 AM.
A literary session focusing on the works of Tarigonda Vengamamba will be conducted from 10 AM to 1 PM, followed by cultural programmes from 6 PM to 8 PM.
On August 21, TTD officials will offer floral tributes to Tarigonda Vengamamba’s statue near M.R. Palli Circle at 9 AM.
A music concert by Annamacharya Project artistes will be held at Annamacharya Kalamandiram from 10 AM to 1 PM, followed by a Harikatha programme from 6 PM to 8 PM.
Floral Tributes at Tirumala
TTD senior officials will offer floral tributes at Tarigonda Vengamamba Brindavanam in Tirumala at 9 AM on August 21.
Special Programmes at Tarigonda
At Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, Tarigonda, the birthplace of Matrusri Tarigonda Vengamamba, Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Kalyanotsavam will be performed at 5 PM on August 21.
Devotional music by Annamacharya Project artistes and a Harikatha programme will also be presented on the occasion.
Vengamamba’s Contribution to Telugu Devotional Literature
Tarigonda Vengamamba was born in 1730 at Tarigonda, near Vayalpad, to Kanala Mangamamba and Kanala Krishnayamathulu.
A deeply devoted follower of Lord Venkateswara, she dedicated her life to spiritual pursuits and devotional literature.
She received spiritual and yoga teachings from Rupavatara Subrahmanya Yogi of Madanapalle and became an accomplished practitioner.
Vengamamba authored 18 works, including five in Tarigonda and 13 in Tirumala. Her literary contributions include Yakshaganas, Keerthanas, Stotras, poems and Dwipada compositions, making a lasting contribution to Telugu devotional literature.
‘Muthyala Harathi’ Tradition Continues at Tirumala
Matrusri Tarigonda Vengamamba introduced the unique ‘Muthyala Harathi’ as a daily ritual during the Ekanta Seva at the Tirumala Srivari Temple.
The tradition continues even today and remains a significant symbol of Vengamamba’s deep devotion to Lord Venkateswara.
Vengamamba’s Spiritual Legacy
Vengamamba attained Jeeva Samadhi at Tirumala in 1817 while immersed in devotion to Lord Venkateswara.
Her life and literary works continue to inspire devotees through their profound combination of devotion, literature, yoga and spirituality.
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