The annual Durgamba Rathotsava, took place in Sringeri on March 17, 2024 at the temple of Goddess Vanadurga. Jagadguru Sri Sri Vidhushekhara Bharati Sannidhanam led the Rathotsava. The event was witnessed by many devotees who had gathered at the temple for the event. Earlier, Jagadguru Shankaracharya Sri Sri Bharati Tirtha Mahasannidhanam performed an elaborate Puja at around 12:30 pm amidst chanting of Veda Mantras by the Pandits of Sringeri Math. During the Arati time, Sri Sannidhanam also had Darshan. On this occasion Sri Sannidhnam planted a sapling instructing one and all to protect the environment. On March 18, Poornahuti of the Shata Chandi Yaga performed on the occasion, took place in the divine presence of Sri Sannidhanam.