What is Kedareswara Vratham?
Families that keep the vratham do it every year, with a 21-knot sacred thread (thoram) and offerings counted in twenty-ones — 21 adhirasams, 21 kinds of fruit and 21 betel leaves — before the katha is read.
Benefits and best time for Kedareswara Vratham
Benefits
- Harmony and long married life
- Blessings of Shiva and Parvati for the family
- Fulfilment of the family’s vow
When to perform
- Deepavali Amavasya (Ashvija Amavasya)
Kedareswara Vratham vidhi (step by step)
- 1Kalasham and Kedareswara avahanam
- 2Ganapati pooja and sankalpam
- 3Pooja with 21 kinds of offerings
- 4Pooja and tying of the 21-knot thoram
- 5Vratha katha
- 6Naivedyam and harathi
Kedareswara Vratham samagri list
- Kalasham and coconut
- 21 adhirasams or other sweets
- 21 fruits and 21 betel leaves and nuts
- Thread for the 21-knot thoram
- Turmeric, kumkum and akshata
- Flowers, camphor and incense
Your pandit confirms the exact list after booking; you can add a Rutviju samagri kit to your order.
Kedareswara Vratham across India’s traditions
Telugu tradition
The vratham is a Telugu family tradition, kept every Deepavali Amavasya once a family takes it up.
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Why book Kedareswara Vratham with Rutviju
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How to book Kedareswara Vratham
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Choose Kedareswara Vratham and a verified pandit — compare their languages, experience and price.
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Pick a date and time slot and add any muhurtham preference.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Kedareswara Vratham cost?
On Rutviju, Kedareswara Vratham starts from ₹4,520 as pandit dakshina for 1 pandit. The final price depends on your city, the pandit you choose, samagri and express booking, and is shown in full before you pay.
How long does Kedareswara Vratham take?
About 2 to 3 hours, performed by 1 pandit.
Who performs Kedareswara Vratham?
Families that have the vratham as a tradition, usually the couple together, every year on Deepavali Amavasya.
Can I book a pandit who speaks my language for Kedareswara Vratham?
Yes. Rutviju has Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Hindi, Gujarati, Bengali and Odia-speaking pandits, depending on the city; each pandit’s languages are shown on their profile.
In which cities can I book Kedareswara Vratham?
Kedareswara Vratham can be booked in 20 cities including Hyderabad, Warangal, Karimnagar, Nizamabad, Khammam and Visakhapatnam. Choose your city below for local details.