ശ്രീ മഹാഭദ്രകാളീക്ഷേത്രം കോട്ടാങ്ങൽ, പത്തനംതിട്ടയിൽ 2026 ഏപ്രിൽ 22 ബുധനാഴ്ച (1201 മേടം 9) നടക്കുന്ന പ്രതിഷ്ഠാദിന മഹോത്സവവും നൂറും പാലും ചടങ്ങും രാവിലെ 10.30 ന് നടക്കുന്നതാണ്; ഗണപതിഹോമം, കലശപൂജ, കലശാഭിഷേകം, ശ്രീഭൂതബലി, നവകം, വിശേഷാൽ പൂജകൾ, അന്നദാനം എന്നിവയും ഇതോടനുബന്ധിച്ച് നടത്തപ്പെടുന്നു.
പ്രതിഷ്ഠാദിന മഹോത്സവവും നൂറും പാലും 2026 കോട്ടാങ്ങൽ ശ്രീ മഹാഭദ്രകാളീക്ഷേത്രം, പത്തനംതിട്ട | Prathishta Day Mahotsavam & Noorum Paalum 2026 Kottangal Sree Mahabhadrakali Temple Pathanamthitta
Prathishta Day Mahotsavam & Noorum Paalum at Kottangal Sree Mahabhadrakali Temple in Pathanamthitta is a highly sacred and spiritually significant annual observance celebrated with deep devotion and traditional rituals. The temple dedicated to Goddess Mahabhadrakali becomes a vibrant center of faith where devotees gather in large numbers to participate in the divine ceremonies and seek blessings for prosperity, protection and spiritual well being.
The festival begins with elaborate Vedic rituals such as Ganapathi Homam performed to remove obstacles and invoke divine grace for the successful conduct of the celebrations. This is followed by Kalasha Pooja and Kalasha Abhishekam where sacred vessels filled with sanctified water are worshipped and used for ritual bathing of the deity symbolizing purification and divine energy. One of the most important rituals during the celebration is Sree Bhootha Bali which is performed to appease the divine attendants and maintain cosmic balance and harmony.
Navakam pooja and other special poojas are conducted with great devotion highlighting the temple’s rich Tantric and traditional Kerala ritual heritage. The highlight of the event, Noorum Paalum is a unique and deeply symbolic offering made to the deity, representing purity, devotion and surrender. Devotees believe that participating in or witnessing this ritual brings immense spiritual merit and divine blessings.
The festival also includes Annadanam, the sacred offering of free meals to devotees which reflects the temple’s commitment to compassion and community service. The entire atmosphere during the festival is filled with devotional chants, traditional music and a strong sense of spiritual unity.
EVENTS / PROGRAMS
• Ganapathi Homam
• Kalasha Pooja
• Kalasha Abhishekam
• Sree Bhootha Bali
• Navakam Pooja
• Noorum Paalum Ritual
• Special Poojas & Offerings
• Vedic Chanting & Temple Rituals
• Devotee Participation & Darshan
Temple Location
📍 Kottangal Sree Mahabhadrakali Temple, Kottangal P O, Pathanamthitta, Kerala 686547.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Kottangal Junction – 1 Km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Mallappally Bus Stand – 10 Km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Chengannur Railway Station – 38 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport – 105 Km
