Welcome to Sree Ayyappa Devasthanam, Lal Bazar

“Swamiye Saranam Ayyappa”

Established in 1964, Sree Ayyappa Devasthanam in Lal Bazar, Tirumalagiri Mandal, Secunderabad, is a spiritual sanctuary that honors devotion, community, and service. This temple embodies their noble vision: to serve both the divine and humanity.

Ayyappa Devasthanam in Lal Bazar carries forward a legacy born of spiritual intent and service. Through daily rituals, monthly community feasts, festival celebrations, and purposeful outreach, the temple stands as a place where devotion meets action.

Thank you for visiting our sacred home—may Lord Ayyappa’s blessings guide and uplift you. Swamiye Saranam Ayyappa!

Special Offerings & Pooja Types

Devotees can choose from a variety of traditional offerings (Vazhipaadu) to seek blessings, honor milestones, or express gratitude. Here are a few:

Archana & Nivedyam

Ashtottharam, Sahasranamam, Pushparchana
Thrimadhuram, Vella Nivedhyam, Paayasam

Abhishekam & Homams

Neyyabhishekam
Ashtabhishekam
Ganapathi Homam
Sudarsana Homam

Vilakku & Homams

Neyvilakku (lamp), Chuttu Vilakku
Homams like Ashtadravya, Mruthyanjaya Homam available

Other Offerings

Irumudi (pilgrim bag)
Namaskara Pooja, Vidhyarambham, Annaprashan
Saastha Preethi Bhojanam

Our Legacy & Mission

A Heritage of Devotion

Since its inception over six decades ago, the temple has blossomed into a revered center of worship and community engagement. The founding Samithi has steadfastly upheld the ideals of spiritual practice, cultural preservation, education, and medical service for the needy.

Purpose & Service

Driven by devotion to Lord Ayyappa and compassion for humanity, the Samithi promotes:

Cultural enrichment, including bhajans, music, and traditional festivals.
Educational initiatives, offering support to underprivileged children.
Medical services, such as free health camps and consultations for the community.

Quick Reference: Daily Timings & Special Events

Activity	Timing (Weekdays)	Festival Days
Nirmalya darshanam	05:30 AM	05:30 AM
Ganapathi Homam	05:35 AM – 06:00 AM	05:35 AM – 06:00 AM
Abhishekam	06:05 AM – 06:30 AM	06:05 AM – 06:30 AM
1^st (Prathama) Arthi	06:30 AM	06:30 AM
Usha Pooja	07:30 AM	07:30 AM
Madhyahna Pooja	10:00 AM – 10:30 AM	11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Temple Closure (morning)	10:35 AM	11:35 AM
Temple Reopens	05:30 PM	05:30 PM
Deeparadhana (Evening Aarti)	06:30 PM	06:30 PM
Bhajana & Padipattu	–	07:00–08:45 PM
Athazha Pooja	08:00 PM	08:30 PM
Harivarasanam Chanting	08:20 PM	08:50 PM
Prasada Vitharanam	08:35 PM	09:10 PM
Temple Closes (night)	08:30 PM	09:00 PM

Daily Pooja Schedule & Rituals

We invite devotees to participate in our carefully performed daily rituals. Each ritual is conducted with devotion, reverence, and in accordance with ancient traditions. Below is our daily schedule:

Morning Rituals

Nirmalya darshanam – 05:30 AM: Welcome to the fresh sacred atmosphere.
Ganapathi Homam – 05:35 AM – 06:00 AM : Invoking Lord Ganapathi for auspiciousness.
Abhishekam – 06:05 AM – 06:30 AM: Abhishekam with ghee, offering sanctified purity.
Usha Pooja – 07:30 AM: Morning worship including aartis & mantras.
Madhyahna Pooja – 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Midday worship, blessings & offerings.
Temple Closes – 10:35 AM for maintenance break and cleansing.

Evening Rituals

Temple Reopens – 05:30 PM
Deeparadhana – 06:30 PM Evening aarti with lamps.
Athazha Pooja – 08:00 PM: Night prayer before closing.
Harivarasanam Chanting – 08:20 PM: Hymn to Lord Ayyappa.
Temple Closes – 08:30 PM and Prasada Vitharanam – 08:35 PM

During special festival days, timings adjust slightly to include additional rituals:

Nirmalya darshanam begins at 05:35 AM, followed by Special Abhishekam at 06:05 AM – 06:30 AM.
Evening schedule includes Bhajana (7:00 PM 8:45 PM), followed by Padipattu, Harivarasanam at 08:50 PM, and Mahaprasadam serving thereafter

Upcoming Events & Community Gatherings

Our Temple organizes uplifting events to foster devotion and service:

Sree Ayyappa Devasthanam

Lal Bazar, Secunderabad