The main deity worshipped in the temple is Goddess Bhadrakali, also known as Bhadrabhagavathy. She is revered as a fierce and benevolent goddess, embodying both protection and destruction.
Devotees seek her blessings for courage, strength, and the removal of obstacles. The temple rituals and offerings are performed with great devotion, highlighting the goddess's importance in the local religious practices.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Prathishta Vaarshikam
Prathishta Vaarshikam, the annual reinstallation day, is celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm at the Puthanparampu Sree Bhadrabhagavathy Temple in May. This event marks the anniversary of the consecration of the deity and includes various rituals and special poojas to honor Goddess Bhadrakali. Devotees gather in large numbers to participate in the festivities, seeking blessings for prosperity and protection.
Pongala
Pongala is a significant ritual at the Puthanparampu Sree Bhadrabhagavathy Temple, where devotees, mainly women, prepare a special offering for Goddess Bhadrakali. This ritual involves cooking a sweet dish made of rice, jaggery, and coconut in earthen pots. The offering is prepared outdoors, symbolizing devotion and seeking the blessings of the goddess for prosperity and well-being.
Contact Address: Puthanparampu Sree Bhadrabhagavathy Temple, Pudukkundam, Karthikapally, Kerala 690516
