2026 മീനതിരുവാതിര ദേശീയ മഹോത്സവം തിരുവനന്തപുരം പെരുങ്ങുഴി ശ്രീ രാജരാജേശ്വരി ക്ഷേത്രത്തിൽ, 2026 മാർച്ച് 21 ഞായറാഴ്ച രാവിലെ 9:30 മണിക്ക് തിരുവാതിര പൊങ്കാല, 2026 മാർച്ച് 21 ബുധനാഴ്ച വൈകിട്ട് 7:00 മണിക്ക് പാൽ കാവടി അഭിഷേകം, 2026 മാർച്ച് 24 വ്യാഴാഴ്ച 1:30 PM ന് തൃ ആറാട്ട് (പവിത്ര സ്നാന ചടങ്ങ്), 2026 മാർച്ച് 28 ബുധനാഴ്ച രാവിലെ 5:00 മണിക്ക് അഗ്നികാവടി അഭിഷേകം എന്നിവയോടെ ആഘോഷിക്കപ്പെടുന്നു.
മീന തിരുവാതിര ദേശീയ മഹോത്സവം 2026 പെരുങ്ങുഴി ശ്രീ രാജരാജേശ്വരി ക്ഷേത്രം തിരുവനന്തപുരം | Meena Thiruvathira Desiya Mahotsavam 2026 Perunguzhi Sree Raja Rajeswari Temple Trivandrum
The Meena Thiruvathira Desiya Mahotsavam at Perunguzhi Sree Raja Rajeswari Temple in Trivandrum is one of the most vibrant and spiritually significant festivals in Kerala. Celebrated with immense devotion, it is dedicated to Goddess Raja Rajeswari, the divine mother revered for her power, compassion and benevolence.
This festival is a confluence of faith, culture and community spirit drawing devotees from across the state and beyond. The temple premises are beautifully decorated with traditional lamps, floral arrangements and colorful rangoli creating an atmosphere of sanctity and festivity.
The celebrations are marked by a series of elaborate rituals and ceremonies each steeped in symbolic significance. Devotees actively participate in poojas, abhishekams and homams offering prayers and seeking blessings for prosperity, health and spiritual well-being. The Thiruvathira Pongala is a highlight of the festival where women devotees gather in large numbers to prepare the sacred offering to the Goddess invoking her grace with hymns and prayers.
The Agni Kavadi and Paal Kavadi Abhishekam ceremonies are particularly spectacular, symbolizing devotion, discipline, and surrender to the divine. These rituals are accompanied by traditional percussion ensembles creating a rhythmic and spiritual ambiance that resonates through the temple and its surroundings.
Community participation plays a vital role in the festival with volunteers assisting in arrangements, processions and cultural programs. The festival also showcases Kerala’s rich performing arts traditions including Chenda Melam, Panchavadyam and devotional music performances, providing a cultural feast for devotees and visitors. The festival culminates with the Thiru Aarattu, a grand procession that sanctifies the temple tank symbolizing purification and divine grace.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• 5:00 AM: Nada Thurakkal (Temple Opening)
• 5:15 AM: Nirmalya Darshan
• 6:00 AM: Ashtadravya Abhishekam
• 7:00 AM: Ganapathi Homam
• 9:00 AM: Usha Pooja
• 11:30 AM: Ucha Pooja
• 12:30 PM: Community Sadya (Feast)
• 3:00 PM: Paradek Ezunnallathu (Procession)
• 5:00 PM: Kaazhchaveeli (Deity Viewing)
• 5:30 PM: Bhagavathi Seva
• 6:30 PM: Deeparadhana
• 6:45 PM: Kumkuma Abhishekam
• 8:00 PM: Athazha Pooja / Paana Nivedyam / Bhoothabali & Thalappoli
• 9:00 PM: Nada Adakkal (Temple Closing)
18-03-2026 (Wednesday) – 1200 Meenam 9
• 5:00 AM: Nada Thurakkal
• 5:15 AM: Ashtadravya Abhishekam / Palliyunarthal
• 6:30 AM: Ganapathi Homam
• 7:00 AM: Usha Pooja
• 11:00 AM: Ucha Pooja
• 12:30 PM: Community Sadya
• 3:00 PM: Paradek Ezunnallathu (Procession)
• 5:00 PM: Kaazhchaveeli
• 5:30 PM: Bhagavathi Seva
• 6:30 PM: Deeparadhana
• 6:45 PM: Kumkuma Abhishekam
• 8:00 PM: Athazha Pooja / Paana Nivedyam / Bhoothabali & Thalappoli
19-03-2026 (Thursday) – 1200 Meenam 10
• 5:00 AM: Nada Thurakkal
• 5:15 AM: Nirmalya Darshan
• 6:00 AM: Ashtadravya Abhishekam
• 6:30 AM: Ganapathi Homam
• 7:00 AM: Usha Pooja
• 11:00 AM: Ucha Pooja
• 12:30 PM: Community Sadya
• 3:00 PM: Paradek Ezunnallathu
• 5:00 PM: Kaazhchaveeli
• 5:30 PM: Bhagavathi Seva
• 6:30 PM: Deeparadhana
• 6:45 PM: Kumkuma Abhishekam
• 8:00 PM: Athazha Pooja / Paana Nivedyam / Bhoothabali & Thalappoli
20-03-2026 (Friday) – 1200 Meenam 11
• 5:00 AM: Nada Thurakkal
• 5:15 AM: Ashtadravya Abhishekam
• 6:00 AM: Ganapathi Homam
• 7:00 AM: Usha Pooja
• 11:00 AM: Ucha Pooja
• 12:30 PM: Community Sadya
• 3:00 PM: Paradek Ezunnallathu
• 5:00 PM: Kaazhchaveeli
• 5:30 PM: Bhagavathi Seva
• 6:30 PM: Deeparadhana
• 6:45 PM: Kumkuma Abhishekam
• 8:00 PM: Athazha Pooja / Paana Nivedyam / Bhoothabali & Thalappoli
21-03-2026 (Saturday) – 1200 Meenam 12
• 5:00 AM: Nada Thurakkal
• 5:15 AM: Nirmalya Darshan
• 6:00 AM: Ganapathi Homam
• 7:00 AM: Usha Pooja
• 9:30 AM: Thiruvathira Pongala
• 11:00 AM: Ucha Pooja
• 12:30 PM: Community Sadya
• 7:00 PM: Paal Kavadi Abhishekam
• 8:00 PM: Deeparadhana / Athazha Pooja
• 5:00 AM: Nada Thurakkal
• 5:15 AM: Ashtadravya Abhishekam
• 6:30 AM: Ganapathi Homam
• 7:00 AM: Usha Pooja
• 11:00 AM: Ucha Pooja
• 12:30 PM: Community Sadya
• 3:00 PM: Paradek Ezunnallathu
• 5:00 PM: Kaazhchaveeli
• 5:30 PM: Bhagavathi Seva
• 6:30 PM: Deeparadhana
• 6:45 PM: Kumkuma Abhishekam
• 8:00 PM: Athazha Pooja / Paana Nivedyam / Bhoothabali
23-03-2026 (Monday) – 1200 Meenam 14
• 5:00 AM: Nada Thurakkal
• 5:15 AM: Nirmalya Darshan
• 6:00 AM: Ashtadravya Abhishekam
• 6:30 AM: Ganapathi Homam
• 7:00 AM: Usha Pooja
• 11:00 AM: Ucha Pooja
• 12:30 PM: Community Sadya
• 3:00 PM: Paradek Ezunnallathu
• 5:00 PM: Kaazhchaveeli
• 5:30 PM: Bhagavathi Seva
• 6:30 PM: Deeparadhana
• 6:45 PM: Kumkuma Abhishekam
• 8:00 PM: Mega Hit Music Program / Athazha Pooja
• 10:30 PM: Thrikkodi Ezhunnallathu / Thiru Aarattu Kalasham / Mahanevedyam
24-03-2026 (Tuesday) – 1200 Meenam 15
• 6:30 AM: Mahaganapathi Homam
• 9:00 AM: Kalashabhishekam
• 9:30 AM: Karikabhishekam / Panchamrutha Abhishekam (Murugan)
• 10:00 AM: Kalabhishekam / Special Bhasma Abhishekam
• 10:30 AM: Shashti Pooja
• 11:00 AM: Ucha Pooja
• 12:30 PM: Community Sadya
• 3:00 PM: Paradek Ezunnallathu
• 5:00 PM: Kaazhchaveeli
• 5:30 PM: Bhagavathi Seva
• 6:30 PM: Deeparadhana
• 6:45 PM: Kumkuma Abhishekam
• 8:00 PM: Athazha Pooja / Paana Nivedyam / Bhoothabali & Thalappoli
25-03-2026 (Wednesday) – 1200 Meenam 16
• 5:00 AM: Ashtadravya Abhishekam
• 9:00 AM: Kalashabhishekam / Kalashabhishekam (Murugan)
• 11:00 AM: Ucha Pooja
• 11:30 AM: Utsava Sadya
• 4:30 PM: Elephant Parade / Nadhaswaram
• 5:30 PM: Bhagavathi Seva
• 6:30 PM: Deeparadhana
• 6:45 PM: Kumkuma Abhishekam
• 8:00 PM: Athazha Pooja / Paana Nivedyam / Bhoothabali & Thalappoli
• 12:30 PM (Next day): Urul Vazhipadu (Roll offerings)
26-03-2026 (Thursday) – 1200 Meenam 17
• 6:30 AM: Palliyunarthal / Kanikaanal
• 6:45 AM: Ashtadravya Abhishekam
• 7:00 AM: Mahaganapathi Homam
• 9:00 AM: Kalashabhishekam
• 9:30 AM: Thiruvathira Pongala
• 10:00 AM: Prabhatha Bhakshanam / Offerings
• 11:30 AM: 3 Thiruvathira Sadya
• 5:00 PM: Kaazhchaveeli
• 5:30 PM: Aarattu Ezunnallathu
• 8:00 PM: Mega Hit Music Program / Night Orchestra
• 10:30 PM: Thrikkodi Ezhunnallathu / Thiru Aarattu Kalasham / Mahanevedyam
For more details about the events please see the notices provided below
Temple Location
📍
Perunguzhi Sree Raja Rajeswari Temple, Perunguzhi Moonnumukku Road, Chirayinkeezhu, Kerala 695305.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Perunguzhi, Moonnumukku Road, Chirayinkeezhu – 1 Km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Chirayinkeezhu Bus Stand – 3 Km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Varkala Railway Station – 12 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport – 28 Km
Contact
📞 0470 2635 454, +91 89216 14667
C.P. Chandrabose – President : +91 99478 99593
Sibu A. Raj – Vice President : +91 94471 04182
S.R. Sudevan – Member : +91 94006 35780
S. Murali – Secretary : +91 90487 98465
Pushpalekha Madhu – Joint Secretary : +91 97785 92021
🌐 www.perunguzhysteerajarajeswaritemple.org
