The Ukappadippu and Vahana-bavani are sung and conducted, respectively, in the morning and evening during the Ayyavazhi festivals, which plays an important role in the socio-religious universe of Ayyavazh.
The Ukappadippu is sung during the morning and evening fests and Ucchippadippu during the nool festival. The Vahana-bavani is conducted in the morning and evening. The festivals and celebrations play an important role in the socio-religious universe of Ayyavazhi. 
