സ്രീ ഉമാമഹേശ്വര സ്വാമി ക്ഷേത്രം, കൊല്ലത്ത് നടക്കുന്ന ധനപൊങ്കാല 2026 എന്നത് ഭക്തർ ശിവഭഗവാനെയും പാർവതി ദേവിയെയും സമർപ്പിച്ച് പൊങ്കാല അർപ്പിക്കുന്ന ഒരു പുണ്യമായ മണ്ഡലം–മകരവിളക്ക് ഉത്സവമാണ്, സമൃദ്ധി, കുടുംബസൗഖ്യം, ഐക്യം എന്നിവയ്ക്കായി അനുഗ്രഹം തേടുന്നതായി ഇത് ആചരിക്കുന്നു.
ധനപൊങ്കാല 2026 ശ്രീ ഉമാമഹേശ്വര സ്വാമി ക്ഷേത്രം കൊല്ലം | Dhanapongala 2026 Sree Umamaheshwara Swami Temple Kollam
The Dhanapongala festival at Sree Umamaheshwara Swami Temple, Kollam is a deeply sacred and spiritually significant ritual observed as part of the Mandalam Makaravilakku season.
This auspicious celebration is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvathi, and it reflects the rich devotional traditions of Kerala where faith, purity and community participation come together in divine harmony. During this festival, devotees gather with great devotion to prepare Pongala, a traditional sweet rice offering cooked in earthen pots. This ritual is considered a powerful expression of gratitude and surrender to the divine couple. Women devotees play a major role in the celebration participating with devotion and discipline, believing that the offering will bring blessings for prosperity, peace and happiness in their families.
The temple atmosphere during Dhanapongala becomes highly spiritual and vibrant. Continuous chanting of mantras, the glow of oil lamps and the aroma of traditional cooking create a divine experience for all devotees. The entire surroundings transform into a sacred space filled with positive energy and devotion.
The festival is also closely associated with prayers for marital harmony, family well being and removal of obstacles in life. Many devotees perform special rituals such as Swayamvara Archana and Sumangali Pooja along with the Pongala offering seeking divine blessings for a successful and happy life.
Sree Umamaheshwara Swami Temple located in the heart of Kollam is known for its strong spiritual heritage and regular observance of traditional Kerala rituals. The Dhanapongala festival stands as one of its most important annual celebrations drawing devotees from various places who come together in faith and devotion.
EVENTS / PROGRAMS
• Temple Opening & Nirmalyam Darshanam
• Ganapathy Homam & Vedic Homa Rituals
• Special Shiva–Parvathi Abhishekam
• Mandalam–Makaravilakku Special Pooja
• Dhanapongala Preparation by Devotees
• Pongala Offering Ritual to the Deity
• Swayamvara Archana for Marriage Blessings
• Sumangali Pooja for Family Prosperity
• Deeparadhana with Traditional Lamp Lighting
• Bhajans, Nama Japam & Devotional Chanting
• Sacred Prasadam Distribution to Devotees
• Closing Rituals & Temple Blessing Ceremony
Temple Location
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Sree Umamaheshwara Swami Temple, Andamukkam, Chinnakada, Kollam, Kerala 691001.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Kareepra – 0.5 Km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Kareepra Bus Stop – 0.5 Km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Kayamkulam Railway Station – 18 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport – 105 Km
