തിടനാട് വട്ടക്കാവ് ഭഗവതി ക്ഷേത്രം, കോട്ടയം ൽ നടക്കുന്ന പത്താമുദയ മഹോത്സവവും കുംഭകുട ഘോഷയാത്രയും 2026 1201 മേടം 10 (2026 ഏപ്രിൽ 23 വ്യാഴാഴ്ച) ന് വിശുദ്ധ ചടങ്ങുകളോടെയും പൊങ്കാല, താലപ്പൊലി, ഭക്തിപൂർവ്വമായ ഘോഷയാത്രകൾ എന്നിവയോടെയും ആഘോഷിക്കപ്പെടുന്നു.
പത്താമുദയ മഹോത്സവവും കുംഭകുട ഘോഷയാത്രയും 2026 തിടനാട് വട്ടക്കാവ് ഭഗവതി ക്ഷേത്രം കോട്ടയം | Pathamudaya Mahotsavam and Kumbhakuda Ghoshayatra 2026 Thidanad Vattakavu Bhagavathy Temple Kottayam
The Pathamudaya Mahotsavam and Kumbhakuda Ghoshayatra 2026 at Thidanad Vattakavu Bhagavathy Temple in Kottayam district is one of the most significant annual temple festivals celebrated with deep devotion and traditional fervor. The festival is dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathy, the presiding deity of the temple and reflects the rich cultural and spiritual heritage of Kerala temple traditions.
During this sacred occasion, the temple becomes a vibrant center of devotion attracting thousands of devotees from nearby villages and different parts of the state. The rituals begin with special poojas and offerings to the deity creating an atmosphere filled with divine energy and spiritual bliss. One of the most important rituals of the festival is the Pongala offering where women devotees prepare sacred food as an offering to the Goddess symbolizing devotion, purity and gratitude.
Another major highlight is the grand Kumbhakuda Ghoshayatra, a traditional procession that showcases decorated kumbhakudas, devotional chants and rhythmic performances of traditional percussion instruments. The procession represents unity, cultural pride and unwavering faith in the divine mother. Along with this, the Thalappoli procession adds more beauty and spiritual significance to the festival where women carry lamps and offerings in a beautifully arranged ceremonial line.
The festival also includes Mahaprasadam Oottu where sacred food is distributed to all devotees symbolizing equality and divine blessings. Throughout the festival days, the temple premises remain filled with devotional songs, rituals and cultural programs that highlight Kerala’s traditional art forms.
EVENTS / PROGRAMS
• Pathamudaya Mahotsavam & Kumbhakuda Ghoshayatra Inauguration
• Special Devi Poojas and Abhishekam Rituals
• Pongala Offering Ceremony by Devotees
• Kumbhakuda Procession with Traditional Music & Chants
• Thalappoli Ritual Procession
• Daily Deeparadhana and Bhajan Sessions
• Cultural Programs and Traditional Kerala Art Performances
• Mahaprasadam Oottu
Temple Location
📍 Thidanad Vattakavu Bhagavathy Temple, Thidanad, Kerala 686123.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Thidanad / Pala – 3 Km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Pala KSRTC Bus Stand – 14 Km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Kottayam Railway Station – 32 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport – 75 Km
