The main deity worshipped at Nechikkatu Bhagavathi Temple is Bhagavathi, a form of the divine feminine energy representing strength and protection. Devotees offer prayers seeking blessings for prosperity, health, and well-being.
The temple hosts various rituals, festivals, and cultural events that attract devotees from the local community and beyond, celebrating the spiritual significance of Goddess Bhagavathi.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Thalapoli
At the Nechikkatu Bhagavathi Temple Thalapoli is a vibrant ceremonial procession where women and young girls carry plates filled with lamps, flowers, and offerings. This ritual is performed to honor Goddess Bhagavathi, symbolizing devotion and seeking her blessings for prosperity and happiness.
Pongala
The Nechikkatu Bhagavathi Temple celebrates Pongala, a ritual where women devotees cook a sweet offering made of rice, jaggery, and coconut in earthen pots. This offering is made to Goddess Bhagavathi to seek her blessings for prosperity, health, and the well-being of their families, creating a powerful communal atmosphere of devotion and piety.
Contact Address: Nechikkatu Bhagavathi Temple, Padikkal, Moonniyur, Malappuram, Kerala 673635
