2026 ഫെബ്രുവരി 15 (1201 കുംഭം 27, ഞായർ) അപ്പിച്ചേത്ത് ശ്രീ ഭദ്രകാളി ക്ഷേത്രം, കൊല്ലത്ത് മഹാ ശിവരാത്രി ഭക്തിപൂർവ്വം ആചരിച്ചുകൊണ്ട് സമൂഹ നീരാഞ്ജനവും കുടുംബ ജലധാരയും ഉൾപ്പെടെയുള്ള പ്രത്യേക പൂജകൾ സംഘടിപ്പിക്കുന്നു.
മഹാ ശിവരാത്രി 2026 അപ്പിച്ചേത്ത് ശ്രീ ഭദ്രകാളി ക്ഷേത്രം കൊല്ലം | Maha Shivaratri 2026 Appichethu Sree Bhadrakali Temple Kollam
Maha Shivaratri 2026 will be observed with great devotion and spiritual fervor at Appichethu Sree Bhadrakali Temple in Kollam is considered one of the most auspicious occasions in the Hindu calendar symbolizing the divine union of Shiva and Parvati and the triumph of spiritual awakening over ignorance.
At the temple, special rituals and poojas are organized to provide devotees with an opportunity to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva. The celebrations begin early in the day with traditional temple rituals and continue into the night with special offerings. Among the main observances are the Community Neeranjanam where devotees collectively offer lighted lamps as a mark of devotion and the Family Jaladhara, a sacred water offering performed in the names and birth stars of family members. These rituals are believed to bring peace, prosperity, good health and divine protection to families.
Devotees observing the Shivaratri Vratham participate in prayers, chanting of “Om Namah Shivaya” and night long worship. The atmosphere of the temple during Shivaratri is deeply spiritual filled with the sound of devotional hymns and the fragrance of incense. Many devotees remain awake throughout the night engaging in bhajans and special poojas as staying awake on this holy night is believed to grant immense spiritual merit.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• Nirmalyam and Early Morning Offerings
• Abhishekam and Special Shiva Pooja
• Ucha Pooja
• Traditional Vedic Chanting & Cultural Bhajans
• Deeparadhana
• Maha Shivaratri Special Pooja with Archana
• Shiva Nama Japam & Devotional Singing
• Special Abhishekam for Shiva Lingam
• Midnight Rituals and Maha Deeparadhana
Temple Location
Appichethu Sree Bhadrakali Temple, Karunagapally, Kollam.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Karunagapally – 1 Km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Karunagapally Bus Stand – 2 Km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Karunagappally Railway Station – 2 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport – 95 Km
