കുംഭ പൊങ്കാല 2026 എലഞ്ചിമേൽ വള്ളിക്കാവ് ദേവീക്ഷേത്രത്തിൽ ആസ്വദിക്കുന്നത് 2026 ഫെബ്രുവരി 13 വെള്ളിയാഴ്ച, ഭക്തർ ദേവിയ്ക്ക് പൊങ്കാല അർപ്പിക്കുന്നതോടെയാണ്.
കുംഭ പൊങ്കാല 2026 എലഞ്ചിമേൽ വള്ളിക്കാവ് ദേവീ ക്ഷേത്രം ആലപ്പുഴ | Kumbha Pongala 2026 Elanjimel Vallikavu Devi Temple Alappuzha
Kumbha Pongala is one of the most significant festivals celebrated at Elanjimel Vallikavu Devi Temple in Alappuzha, Kerala. This annual event, held during the Malayalam month of Kumbham attracts thousands of devotees from across the state and beyond, who come to seek the blessings of the goddess.
The festival is dedicated to the worship of the divine mother and Pongala literally meaning “to boil over” is the central ritual of this celebration. Women devotees play a vital role in this festival, preparing a special offering made of rice, jaggery, coconut and other traditional ingredients in earthen pots which are cooked over open fires set in and around the temple premises.
The atmosphere during Kumbha Pongala is vibrant and spiritually uplifting. Devotees decorate the temple and surrounding areas with traditional motifs, lamps and floral arrangements. Special poojas, rituals, and cultural programs are conducted throughout the day and the temple authorities ensure smooth arrangements for accommodation, parking and crowd management due to the large number of visitors.
A receipt is usually required to participate in the Pongala offering, which can be obtained from the temple’s advisory committee and online bookings are also facilitated for the convenience of devotees.
Apart from the religious significance, Kumbha Pongala serves as a platform for community bonding and cultural expression. Traditional music, devotional songs and folk performances often accompany the rituals, creating a sense of collective devotion and festivity. The festival not only strengthens faith among devotees but also highlights the rich cultural heritage of Kerala. Participating in Kumbha Pongala at Elanjimel Vallikavu Devi Temple is considered highly auspicious and it provides devotees with an opportunity to experience spiritual serenity, communal harmony,and the timeless traditions of temple worship.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• Daily Morning Kalabhabhishekam & Special Poojas
• Usha Pooja & Archana
• Pongala Offering by Women Devotees
• Procession of the Deity
• Devotional Singing & Bhajans
• Kathakali Performances
• Thayambaka & Traditional Percussion Programs
• Folk Arts & Cultural Programs
• Traditional Elephants Procession
• Fireworks & Temple Illumination
Temple Location
📍 Elanjimel Vallikavu Devi Temple, Moolavattom, Nattakom, Kerala 686013.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark: Moolavattom, Nattakom – 0.5 Km
🚌 Nearest Bus Stop: Nattakom Bus Stop – 1 Km
🚆 Nearest Railway Station: Kottayam Railway Station – 4 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport – 65 Km
Contact
📞 +91 98479 19118 (For Online Booking)
