🌸 You Are Warmly Invited to Join Us for Balaji Kalyanam 🌸

📍 Hindu Temple Society of New Mexico
🗓 Friday, May 30 – Sunday, June 1, 2025

About the Event

Balaji Kalyanam is a sacred and joyous re-enactment of the divine wedding of Lord Venkateswara (Balaji) and Goddess Padmavathi. This celestial celebration is not only a vibrant cultural festival—it is a spiritual experience that symbolizes divine union, renewal, and the bestowing of blessings upon all who participate. With rituals steeped in centuries-old tradition, melodious music, devotional dance, and the generous sharing of prasadam, the Kalyanam brings together devotees in love, joy, and devotion. Whether you’re sponsoring a seva, attending a single event, or joining the full weekend of celebrations, your presence is deeply valued.

Event Schedule

📅 Friday, May 30 – Evening
We begin this auspicious weekend with heartfelt celebration:

• Haldi Function, Mehndi & Sangeet – Starts at 5:00 PM
• Classical music, traditional dance, joyful gatherings
• Dinner served following the performances

📅 Saturday, May 31 – Full Day of Sevas and Ceremonies

🕘 Morning to Afternoon Sevas:

• Suprabhatam – 9:00 AM
• Vishesha Aradhana – 9:30 AM
• Thomala Seva – 10:00 AM
• Thiruppavada Seva – 10:30 AM
• Pushparchana – 11:00 AM
• Abhishekam (Thirumanjanam) – 11:30 AM
• Mangala Harathi – 12:30 PM

🍽 Lunch Prasadam will be served

🕓 Evening Rituals & Divine Wedding Ceremony:

• Prakara Utsavam – 4:30 PM
• Edurukolu – 5:00 PM
• Kalyanotsavam – 5:30 PM
• Sayanotsavam – 8:00 PM
• Maha Mangala Harathi – 8:30 PM

🍽 Dinner Prasadam will be served

📅 Sunday, June 1 – 3pm – 7pm

• Final Pooja and ceremonial return of the Vigrahas to their original place
• Afternoon musical event
• Dinner (Prasadam) will be served

Sevas & Sponsorships

🔸 Individual Sevas or Sponsorships – $21 Each
🔹 Kalyanam Sponsor – $108
🌟 Mega Sponsor – $1116 (Includes all Sevas)

Available Sevas:

• Srivari Udayasthamana Seva
• Thomala Seva
• Thiruppavada Seva
• Thirumanjanam (Abhishekam)
• Uyyala Seva

Available Sponsorships:

• Garlands
• Archana
• Annakoot
• Abhishekam
• Kalyanotsavam
• Vastra Seva
• Sayanotsavam

Puja Sponsorship Contact:

Shanti Denduluri – (505) 504-6300
Temple Office – (505) 481-6666