പനമറ്റത്തുകാവ് ക്ഷേത്രത്തിൽ മീനം, മേടം (മാർച്ച്-മെയ്) മാസങ്ങളിൽ പരമ്പരാഗത പടയണി പ്രകടനങ്ങളും ആചാരങ്ങളും സാംസ്കാരിക ആഘോഷങ്ങളും ഉൾക്കൊള്ളുന്ന 7 ദിവസത്തെ ഊർജ്ജസ്വലമായ വാർഷിക ഉത്സവമാണ് എഴുമറ്റൂർ പടയണി.
എഴുമറ്റൂർ പടയണി 2025 | പനമറ്റത്തുകാവ് ക്ഷേത്രം പത്തനംതിട്ട | Ezhumattoor Padayani 2025 | Panamattathukavu Temple Pathanamthitta
Ezhumattoor is famous for Padayani, which is a combination of music, dance, painting etc. Padayani in Ezhumattoor is performed during the Vishu festival in the Panamattathukavu temple with almost enthusiasm and devotion by the people of Ezhumattoor.
Kolamezhuthu, Kolamthullal, Kolappattu,
Thappumelam etc. are the essential parts of Padayani. Thompil House from where the renowned
astrologer Late. Shri. Bhaskaran Shastry hailed, is authorized for Kolamezhuthu by the temple authorities
of Ezhumattoor. But nowadays other inhabitants of this place have also started this divine art for their
livelihood. According to Hindu Mythology evolution of Padayani is related to the birth of Kali Once an
Asura (Demon) named Darika delighted Lord Brahma through his hand practice of penance and gained
blessings that, he would be killed only by a women. Darika went on with his these atrocities. Failings to
defend Darika, Devas approached Lord Shiva for help. Hearing the atrocities of Darika, Lord Shiva
kindled with anger and opened his third eye bursting out fire. It is from this third eye, Kali was born.
Accepting the request of Devas and obeying the instruction of her father Shiva, Kali left for the abode of
Darika mounting herself on Vethal accompanied by Koolee Gana. The fight between Darika and Kaali
was really frightening. At the end of the battle, Kali cut of his head, holding head in her hand and with
overwhelming anger she returned "Kailasam". To pacify her and to satisfy her lust for blood, Devas
performed variety entertainments like dance, mimicry, dialogues and comedies. Attempt made by Shiva
and his Bhoothaganas to pacify and delight Kaali are imitated in Padayani celebration. Even today
Kalamezhuthum Pattum is strictly conducted in Kaali temples with its own ritualistic originality. Padayani
is celebrated annually for the protection and prosperity of the village and its people.
Ezhumattoor Padayani 2025 | Panamattathukavu Temple Pathanamthitta
The festival lasts 7 days. The first day witnesses Nirmalaya
Darshanam, Ganapathi Homam Uchapooja, Deeparadhana
and Bhagavathaparayana. The second day follows the
programme and Ponkala is the main attraction of the day.
Many women devotees participate in this ceremony.
Ganapathikolam, Panchakolam are the main attractions of
the festival. Bhagavathaparayanam is organized on all days
of the festival. The main Padayani ceremony is on the fifth
day and is known as Adavipurappadu. Many cultural
programmes like drama, music, ganamela take place.
Bhajan is conducted in the evenings. Vishu day is the most
important day and the Padayani on that day is known as
Vishu Padayani. Many ritualistic ceremonies form a part of
the Vishu Padayani. Kolam Ethirelp starts in the evening.
The "Padayanichadangukal' starts at night. Different types
of Kolangal are displayed in this ceremony. Chendamelom
and Kettukazhcha are the other attractions of this festival.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• Padayani
• Ushapooja
• Palliunarthal
• Adavi
• Chendamelam
• Kettukazhcha
• Cultural Programmes
• Vishu Padayani
Temple Location
📍 Panamattathukavu Devi Temple, Ezhumattoor - 689586 Pathanamthitta.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town/ Landmark/ Junction: Mallappally Town - 7 Km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Ezhumattoor Bus Stop - 300 m
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Chengannur Railway Station - 21 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport - 114 Km
Contact
📞 +91 469 2650 528
