ആര്യനാട് അയ്യൻകാലാമഠം ശ്രീ ഭഗവതി ക്ഷേത്രത്തിൽ, തിരുവനന്തപുരം, 2026 ഫെബ്രുവരി 20 മുതൽ 24 വരെ ഭക്തിപൂർവ്വം നടത്തപ്പെടുന്ന വിശുദ്ധ ആചാരങ്ങൾ, പൊങ്കാല, എഴുന്നള്ളത്തുകൾ, സാംസ്കാരിക പരിപാടികൾ എന്നിവയോടുകൂടിയ മഹത്തായ ഉത്സവമാണ് കുംഭ കാർത്തിക ദേശീയ മഹോത്സവം 2026.
കുംഭ കാർത്തിക ദേശീയ മഹോത്സവം 2026 ആര്യനാട് അയ്യൻകാലാമഠം ശ്രീ ഭഗവതി ക്ഷേത്രം തിരുവനന്തപുരം | Kumbha Karthika Desiya Mahotsavam 2026 Aryanad Ayyankalamadom Bhagavathi Temple Trivandrum
The Kumbha Karthika Desiya Mahotsavam is one of the most revered annual festivals celebrated with deep devotion and traditional grandeur at the Aryanad Ayyankalamadom Bhagavathi Temple in Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala. Rooted in centuries old customs and tantric rituals, this sacred festival reflects the spiritual heritage, cultural richness and collective faith of the region.
Dedicated to Bhagavathi Devi, worshipped in the powerful forms of Bhadrakali and Durga, the festival symbolizes the boundless maternal compassion of the Goddess who is believed to protect and bless all devotees without distinction of caste, creed, or background. Throughout the festival days, the temple premises transform into a vibrant spiritual center,drawing devotees from across Kerala and beyond.
Each day of the festival begins with early morning rituals such as Palliyunarthal, Nirmalya Darshanam and Mahaganapathi Homam followed by special poojas and abhishekams performed according to strict tantric traditions. Major offerings including Ashta Naga Pooja, Mrityunjaya Homam, Ashtabhishekam, Sarvaiswarya Karya Siddhi Pooja and Nercha Pongala are conducted for the well being, prosperity and wish fulfillment of devotees. Annadanam, offered daily stands as a symbol of the temple’s spirit of service and inclusiveness.
Evenings during the Mahotsavam are marked by devotional programs, spiritual discourses, cultural performances and traditional temple arts that highlight Kerala’s artistic legacy. Grand processions such as Thalappoli, Thidambu Ezhunnallathu, Theruvilakku and lamp lit ceremonies create a visually magnificent and spiritually uplifting atmosphere culminating in fireworks and ceremonial offerings.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• 05:00 AM – Palliyunarthal (Temple Wake-up)
• 05:05 AM – Nirmalya Darshanam, Special Abhishekam & Flower Offering
• 06:00 AM – Maha Ganapathi Homam
• 06:20 AM – Usha Pooja
• 08:00 AM – Morning Prasadam
• 08:30 AM – Mrityunjaya Homam
• 09:00 AM – Kalasha Pooja (Navakam, Panchagavyam)
• 10:30 AM – Kalashabhishekam & Prasanna Pooja
• 11:30 AM – Ucha Pooja (Panakam Offering to Bhadrakali Devi)
• 12:00 PM – Thirunada Adakkal (Temple Closed)
• 12:30 PM – Annadanam
• 05:00 PM – Thirunada Thurakkal (Temple Opening)
• 06:15 PM – Deeparadhana with Thirumukha Charthu
• 06:30 PM – Tulabharam, Urul, Bhagavathy Seva (Lalitha Sahasranama Japam), Poomoodal
• Night – Athazha Pooja & Temple Closed
21-02-2026 (Saturday) – 1201 Kumbham 02 | 2nd Festival Day
• 05:00 AM – Palliyunarthal
• 05:05 AM – Nirmalya Darshanam, Special Abhishekam & Flower Offering
• 06:00 AM – Maha Ganapathi Homam
• 06:20 AM – Usha Pooja
• 10:30 AM – Ashta Naga Pooja with Pulluvan Paattu (Sarpa Kavu)
• 11:30 AM – Ucha Pooja (Panakam Offering)
• 12:00 PM – Thirunada Adakkal
• 12:30 PM – Annadanam
• 05:00 PM – Thirunada Thurakkal
• 05:00 PM – Sarvaiswarya Karya Siddhi Pooja
• 05:30 PM – Bhakthi Gana Sudha
• 06:00 PM – Spiritual Discourse
• 06:30 PM – Deeparadhana, Tulabharam, Urul, Bhagavathy Seva, Poomoodal
• Night – Athazha Pooja & Temple Closed
22-02-2026 (Sunday) – 1201 Kumbham 03 | 3rd Festival Day
• 05:00 AM – Palliyunarthal
• 05:05 AM – Nirmalya Darshanam, Special Abhishekam & Flower Offering
• 06:00 AM – Maha Ganapathi Homam
• 06:20 AM – Usha Pooja
• 11:30 AM – Ucha Pooja (Panakam Offering)
• 12:30 PM – Annadanam
• 05:00 PM – Thirunada Thurakkal
• 05:00 PM – Sarvaiswarya Karya Siddhi Pooja
• 06:00 PM – Ganarchana (Devotional Music)
• 06:30 PM – Deeparadhana, Tulabharam, Urul, Bhagavathy Seva
• Night – Athazha Pooja & Temple Closed
23-02-2026 (Monday) – 1201 Kumbham 04 | 4th Festival Day
• 05:00 AM – Palliyunarthal
• 05:05 AM – Nirmalya Darshanam, Special Abhishekam & Flower Offering
• 06:00 AM – Maha Ganapathi Homam
• 06:20 AM – Ucha Pooja (Panakam Offering)
• 11:30 AM – Thirunada Adakkal
• 12:30 PM – Annadanam
• 05:00 PM – Thirunada Thurakkal
• 06:30 PM – Deeparadhana, Tulabharam, Urul, Bhagavathy Seva
• 06:30 PM – Cultural Conference & Mathil Amma Award Ceremony
• Night – Athazha Pooja & Temple Closed
24-02-2026 (Tuesday) – 1201 Kumbham 05 | 5th Festival Day
• 05:00 AM – Palliyunarthal
• 05:05 AM – Nirmalya Darshanam, Special Abhishekam & Flower Offering
• 06:00 AM – Maha Ganapathi Homam
• 06:20 AM – Usha Pooja
• 07:30 AM – Ashtabhishekam
• 10:15 AM – Nercha Pongala
• 11:30 AM – Ucha Pooja (Panakam Offering)
• 12:15 PM – Pongala Nivedyam
• 12:30 PM – Annadanam
• 05:00 PM – Thirunada Thurakkal
• 06:30 PM – Alankara Deeparadhana
• 06:45 PM – Thalappoli & Thidambu Ezhunnallathu
• Evening – Pushpavrishti, Grand Fireworks, Theruvilakku Ezhunnallathu
• Night – Gurusi & Temple Closed
For more details about the events please see the notices provided below
Temple Location
📍
Aryanad Ayyankalamadom Bhagavathi Temple, Aryanad, Kerala 695542.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Aryanad – 500 m
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Aryanad Bus Stand – 500 m
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station – 25 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport – 30 Km
CONTACT
📞 B. Sudarsanan (President) : +91 94004 03358
Sajumon S (Vice President) : +91 95442 22081
Sajikumar Sarovaram (Secretary) : +91 94474 11762
Mahesh G. S (Joint Secretary) : +91 88487 87564
Madhusoodanan (Office Secretary) : +91 94472 47038
