Niramala Maholsavam 2026 | Nelluvai Sree Dhanwanthari Temple Thrissur Kerala
Nelluvai Sree Dhanwanthari Temple is an important Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Dhanwanthari, the divine physician associated with health and healing in Hindu tradition. Located in Nelluvai, Thrissur district, Kerala, the temple attracts devotees who seek the blessings of Lord Dhanwanthari for good health and well-being.
Niramala Maholsavam 2026 – Festival Details
Temple Name: Nelluvai Sree Dhanwanthari Temple
Festival: Niramala Maholsavam 2026
Festival Dates: October 18 to October 29, 2026
Malayalam Calendar: Thulam 1 to Thulam 12, 1202
Location: Nelluvai, Thrissur district, Kerala
Temple Management: Cochin Devaswom Board
Main Attractions: Thayambaka performances, special temple rituals, floral decorations, and Kathakali.
Thayambaka Festival 2026 at Nelluvai Temple
The Thayambaka Festival will be conducted from October 18 to October 29, 2026, as part of the Niramala Maholsavam. The programme features performances by renowned young Thayambaka artists from Kerala, offering devotees an opportunity to experience the rhythmic beauty of traditional Kerala temple percussion music.
The festival programme includes performances by the following artists:
Thayambaka Artists and Performers
Mammiyoor Vishnu
Thiruvallathur Navaneeth Marar
Thiruvilwamala Sivaswaroop
Kalamandalam Sreejith
Vadakkekad
Kalamandalam Ratheesh
Vennimala Nandagopan
Kakkad Athul
Vennimala Ananthakrishnan
Aylur Akhil
Sadanam Ashwin
Kallekulangara Adarsh
The performances are scheduled throughout the festival period. Visitors are encouraged to confirm the artist-wise programme and timings with the temple authorities before attending.
Kathakali Performance – Kuchela Vritham
A special Kathakali performance of Kuchela Vritham is scheduled as part of the cultural programmes associated with the Niramala Maholsavam.
Programme: Kuchela Vritham Kathakali
Date: October 24, 2026
Time: 8:00 PM
Performing Group: PSV Natya Sangham, Kottakkal
Sponsored by: Jinan and Chandrika, Bengaluru
The performance will bring Kerala's traditional classical theatre to the temple festival, adding to the cultural significance of the celebrations.
Special Rituals and Celebrations on Niramala Day
The main Niramala Maholsavam celebration will take place on October 29, 2026. The day will feature special temple rituals, floral decorations, and Kathakali performances. Devotees can participate in the religious observances and seek the blessings of Lord Dhanwanthari.
The festival also highlights Kerala's traditional temple arts and cultural heritage through its Thayambaka performances and other programmes. Devotees, families, and visitors are invited to attend the celebrations and extend their support and cooperation.
Temple Location
Contact
📞 Devaswom Officer G. Sreeraj: 9188958053
K. N. Deepesh
Assistant Commissioner, Cochin Devaswom Board
