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Kedareswara Vratham: Meaning, Vidhi, Samagri & Cost

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Kedareswara Vratham (Kedara Gowri Vratham) is a Telugu family vratham to Lord Shiva as Kedareswara, observed on Deepavali Amavasya, in which Goddess Parvati is believed to have won her place as Ardhanareeswari. Book a verified pandit at home from ₹4,500 in 34 cities across India.

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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.

Verified pandits who perform Kedareswara Vratham

These 12 pandits have been approved by the Rutviju team and perform Kedareswara Vratham. Open a profile to see the languages, experience and every puja they do, and book directly.

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)

  1. 1Kalasham and Kedareswara avahanam
  2. 2Ganapati pooja and sankalpam
  3. 3Pooja with 21 kinds of offerings
  4. 4Pooja and tying of the 21-knot thoram
  5. 5Vratha katha
  6. 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

  1. 1

    Choose Kedareswara Vratham — a verified pandit is suggested for you, or pick one by language and experience.

  2. 2

    Pick a date and time and add your address; a muhurtham preference is optional.

  3. 3

    Pay securely online (UPI, cards, net banking). On the day, track your pandit live and confirm arrival and completion with OTP codes.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Kedareswara Vratham cost?

On Rutviju, Kedareswara Vratham starts from ₹4,500 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 34 cities including Hyderabad, Warangal, Karimnagar, Nizamabad, Khammam and Sangareddy. Choose your city below for local details.

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Last updated 2026-10-10