മങ്കൊമ്പ് ഭഗവതി ക്ഷേത്രം, ആലപ്പുഴയിൽ നടക്കുന്ന മീനാപുര മഹോത്സവം 2026 മാർച്ച് 29 മുതൽ ഏപ്രിൽ 1 വരെ പരമ്പരാഗത കേരള റിത്വൽസും സാംസ്കാരിക ആഘോഷങ്ങളും കൂടി ആഘോഷിക്കപ്പെടുന്നു.
മീനാപുര മഹോത്സവം 2026 മങ്കൊമ്പ് ഭഗവതി ക്ഷേത്രം ആലപ്പുഴ | Meenapura Mahotsavam 2026 Moncompu Bhagavathy Temple Alappuzha
Meenapura Mahotsavam is one of the most vibrant and spiritually enriching festivals celebrated at the Moncompuu Bhagavathy Temple in Alappuzha. This annual festival is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Bhagavathy and showcases the unique cultural and religious heritage of Kerala.
Devotees from across the state and beyond gather to participate in the traditional rituals and witness the grandeur of the festivities making it a significant event in the local temple calendar.
The festival is marked by an array of sacred rituals and ceremonies including the ceremonial Thalappoli where women carry traditional lamps in a procession as a mark of devotion and prosperity.
Another highlight is the Kumbhakudam procession, a spectacular display of decorated ceremonial umbrellas that symbolize divine blessings and auspiciousness. Devotees also participate in Kalasha Abhishekam, offering prayers and sacred waters to invoke the goddess’s blessings for health, wealth and well being.
Special offerings such as Pongala, a ritualistic preparation of sweet rice and jaggery are made by devotees particularly women in gratitude and devotion. The festival is further enlivened by Guruthi rituals which represent the victory of good over evil and the thrilling Pooram fireworks adding visual splendor to the spiritual celebrations. Cultural programs, including traditional music, dance and devotional performances form an integral part of the festival reflecting Kerala’s rich artistic heritage.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• 3:00 PM: Palliyunarthal (Temple Opening Ceremony)
• 5:15 PM: Nirmalya Darshan & Abhishekam
• 5:45 PM: Ashtadravya Ganapathi Homam
• 6:30 PM: Ushapooja
• 9:30 AM: Uchcha Pooja & Aayillyam Pooja / Nurum Paalu
• 5:00 PM: Temple Gate Opening
• 6:15 PM: Deeparadhana & Prasad Cleansing
• 7:00 PM: Kelikkottu
• 8:00 PM: Kalam Pattu
• 9:00 PM: Hiduben Pooja (Madukku Temple)
30-03-2026 (Tuesday) – 1201 Meenam 16 Makam
• 5:00 AM: Palliyunarthal
• 5:15 AM: Nirmalya Darshan & Abhishekam
• 5:45 AM: Ashtadravya Ganapathi Homam
• 6:30 AM: Ushapooja
• 9:30 AM: Kumbhakudam Procession (from Madukku Temple)
• 10:00 AM: Kathakathanam – Life of Karna from Mahabharata
• 10:30 AM: Uchcha Pooja
• 11:00 AM: Padmamittu Pooja to Narasimha & Panaka Nivedyam
• 12:00 PM: Kumbhakudam Abhishekam
• 12:30 PM: Annadanam (Food Offering)
• 5:00 PM: Temple Gate Opening
• 6:15 PM: Deeparadhana
• 7:00 PM: Evening Pooja
• 7:30 PM: Thayampaka Performance (Pala Arun Das & Team)
• 8:00 PM: Bhajans (Sree Devi Bhajans)
• 10:00 PM: Thalappoli + Double Garuda Procession + Pandimela
• 5:00 AM: Palliyunarthal
• 5:15 AM: Nirmalya Darshan & Abhishekam
• 5:45 AM: Ashtadravya Ganapathi Homam
• 6:30 AM: Ushapooja
• 8:00 AM: Pongala Offering
• 11:00 AM: Pongala Thaliykkal
• 11:30 AM: Pooram Fireworks (Pooram Edi)
• 12:00 PM: Uchcha Pooja & Prasad Distribution
• 5:00 PM: Temple Gate Opening
• 6:15 PM: Deeparadhana
• 7:00 PM: Evening Pooja
• 7:30 PM: Children’s Dance & Thiruvathira (Sree Bhadra Thiruvathira Team)
• 8:00 PM: Kaikkottikali Performance
• 8:15 PM: Procession & Kalam Pattu
• 9:30 PM: North-side Guruthi
01-04-2026 (Thursday) – 1201 Meenam 18 Uthram
• 5:00 AM: Palliyunarthal
• 5:15 AM: Nirmalya Darshan & Abhishekam
• 5:45 AM: Ganapathi Homam
• 6:00 AM: Ushapooja
• 8:00 AM: Special Abhishekam to Shasta
• 10:00 AM: Offerings of Sacred Materials (Oil, Milk, Honey, Ghee, Curd, Ash, etc.)
• 12:00 PM: Uchcha Pooja
• 5:00 PM: Temple Gate Opening
• 6:15 PM: Deeparadhana
• 6:45 PM: Evening Pooja & Mangalapooja
• 7:00 PM: Gana Mela (Music Program)
• 7:45 PM: Supper / Closing Ceremony
Temple Location
📍 Moncompu Bhagavathy Temple, Moncompu, Kerala 688502.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town/Landmark: Moncompu Village, Alappuzha
🚌 Nearest Bus Stop: Moncompu Bus Stop
🚆 Nearest Railway Station: Changanassery Railway Station – 19 km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport (Nedumbassery) – 104 km
