മുള്ലിക്കുളങ്ങര ദേവി ക്ഷേത്രം, ആലപ്പുഴയിൽ നടക്കുന്ന മേടഭരണി മഹോത്സവവും മഹാപൊങ്കാലയും 2026 ഏപ്രിൽ 18-ന് ഭക്തിപൂർവ്വം ആഘോഷിക്കുന്നു.
മേടഭരണി മഹോത്സവവും മഹാപൊങ്കാലയും 2026 മുള്ളിക്കുളങ്ങര ദേവി ക്ഷേത്രം ആലപ്പുഴ | Meda Bharani Mahotsavam & Maha Pongala 2026 Mullikulangara Devi Temple Alappuzha
Meda Bharani Mahotsavam and Maha Pongala at Mullikulangara Devi Temple in Alappuzha is a vibrant and spiritually significant festival dedicated to the divine presence of Goddess Bhagavathi revered as the protector and benefactor of devotees.
Celebrated with deep devotion and traditional grandeur, this festival reflects the rich cultural and religious heritage of Kerala temple traditions.
One of the most important highlights of the festival is the sacred Pongala ritual where hundreds of women devotees gather to prepare offerings in earthen pots as a symbol of gratitude and prayer to the Goddess. The atmosphere during Pongala is filled with devotion, chants and the fragrance of offerings creating a spiritually uplifting experience for all participants. The ritual signifies prosperity, fulfillment of wishes and divine blessings.
The festival begins early in the morning with temple rituals such as Nirmalya Darshan and special homams dedicated to Lord Ganapathi invoking auspiciousness for the day’s proceedings. As the day progresses, the temple comes alive with recitations of sacred texts, devotional music and traditional art forms that enhance the divine ambiance. The presence of priests performing elaborate poojas and rituals adds to the sanctity of the occasion.
A grand procession of the Goddess accompanied by traditional percussion instruments and temple art forms is another major attraction. Devotees witness the divine presence of the deity as she is ceremoniously taken around symbolizing blessings being bestowed upon the entire community. Cultural performances and bhajans further enrich the spiritual environment.
Annadanam, the offering of free meals to devotees is conducted as a gesture of compassion and community service ensuring that everyone partakes in the blessings of the festival. In the evening, the temple is beautifully illuminated with lamps followed by Deeparadhana and fireworks creating a mesmerizing visual experience.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• 4:30 AM – Temple Opens
• 5:00 AM – Nada Thurappu & Nirmalya Darshan
• Ashtadravya Maha Ganapathi Homam
• 7:00 AM – Bhadra Deepa Prathishta & Pongala Begins
• 7:15 AM – Devotional Song Performance
• From 7:35 AM – Devi Bhagavatha Parayanam
• From 8:30 AM – Bhagavathi Procession & Pongala Acceptance
• From 9:00 AM – Bhakti Ganaanjali
• 12:00 PM – Annadanam
• 6:30 PM – Deeparadhana, Deepa Kazhcha & Fireworks
• Kalamezhuthu & Pattu
• 8:00 PM – Procession to Ponakam Althara Muttu & Return
• 10:00 PM onwards – Valiya Kanikka
Temple Location
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town/Landmark: Haripad – 5 Km
🚌 Nearest Bus Stop: Haripad Bus Stand – 5 Km
🚆 Nearest Railway Station: Haripad Railway Station – 5 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport – 115 Km
