Simhachalam Chandanotsavam Tickets Shift to Online-Only Sales from April 17

Temple authorities at the Lord Varahalakshmi Nrusimha Swamy temple in Simhachalam have announced a significant change in ticket distribution for the annual Chandanotsavam festival. Effective April 17, 2026, all ticket sales through banks have been discontinued. Devotees can now purchase tickets exclusively through digital channels, specifically the official government website and the "Mana Mitra" WhatsApp service. Bookings for these online platforms commenced at 8 a.m. on the specified date. The available inventory includes a total of 460 tickets priced at ₹1,000 and 750 tickets at ₹300 via WhatsApp. Additionally, 2,215 tickets at ₹1,000 and 3,370 tickets at ₹300 are accessible through the official website. Authorities have strongly advised devotees to secure their bookings in advance within the allotted quotas to prevent last-minute inconveniences and ensure a smooth pilgrimage experience. This move marks a complete transition to digital procurement for this major religious event, aiming to streamline the process and manage crowd control more effectively during the festival period.