മുണ്ടയ്ക്കൽ ഭഗവതി ക്ഷേത്രത്തിൽ 2026ലെ പൊങ്കാല മഹോത്സവം മാർച്ച് 20 മുതൽ 22 വരെ മൂന്നുദിനത്തേക്ക് ഭക്തിപരമായ ആചാരങ്ങൾ, സാംസ്കാരിക പരിപാടികൾ, പരമ്പരാഗത ആരാധനകൾ എന്നിവകളോടുകൂടി ആഘോഷിക്കുന്നു.
പൊങ്കാല മഹോത്സവം 2026 മുണ്ടയ്ക്കൽ ഭഗവതി ക്ഷേത്രം തിരുവനന്തപുരം | Pongala Mahotsavam 2026 Mundakkal Bhagavathi Temple Trivandrum
The Pongala Mahotsavam at Mundakkal Bhagavathi Temple in Trivandrum is one of the most vibrant and spiritually significant festivals celebrated in Kerala. This grand event is dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathi symbolizing prosperity, protection and divine grace.
The festival draws devotees from across the region who come to offer their prayers and seek the blessings of the goddess in a highly devotional and culturally rich environment.
The festival spans multiple days beginning each day with early morning rituals such as Nirmalyam, the ceremonial cleansing of the sanctum and Abhishekam, the sacred bathing of the deity. Ganapathi Homam, a fire ritual invoking Lord Ganesha is performed to remove obstacles and bless the devotees. Following this, special offerings such as Unniyappam and other prasadas are presented to the goddess along with elaborate ceremonies like Ashtabhishekam, Kalash Abhishekam and Pushpa Abhishekam which involve floral decorations and consecration rituals.
Throughout the day, various poojas and devotional activities take place including Usha Pooja, Noon Pooja and evening Sandhya Deeparadhana creating a continuous rhythm of devotion and spiritual energy in the temple premises. The festival also features cultural programs including traditional music, folk dances and visual performances by renowned local artists adding vibrancy and communal participation to the celebrations.
A distinctive highlight of the festival is the Pongala offering where women devotees prepare a special sweet dish in open courtyards as an offering to the goddess, symbolizing surrender, devotion and divine blessing. The temple premises are adorned with lamps, flowers and decorative arrangements creating a sacred and festive atmosphere. The festival concludes with community meals, blessings and devotional music leaving devotees with a profound sense of spiritual fulfillment.
EVENTS / PROGRAMS
20-03-2026 (Saturday) – Day 1
• 5:30 AM: Nirmalyam & Abhishekam
• 6:30 AM: Ganapathi Homam
• 7:00 AM: Main Offering to Vali Kani
• 7:30 AM: Ashtabhishekam
• 7:30 AM: Usha Pooja
• 9:30 AM: Prasada Purification, Kalash Pooja & Kalash Abhishekam
• 11:30 AM: Noon Pooja & Nadathurakkal
• 4:00 PM: Nadathurakkal
• 6:30 PM: Evening Lamp Decoration & Worship
• 7:00 PM: Pushpa Abhishekam
• 8:00 PM: Evening Meal
• 9:00 PM: Dance Evening – Chathiyanad Amma School of Dance
21-03-2026 (Sunday) – Day 2
• 5:00 AM: Temple Awakening
• 5:30 AM: Nirmalyam & Abhishekam
• 6:30 AM: Ganapathi Homam (Followed by Unniyappam Offering)
• 7:30 AM: Usha Pooja
• 9:30 AM: Kalabhishekam Poojas
• 10:30 AM: Special Nagaruthum, Milk & Honey Abhishekam
• 11:30 AM: Noon Pooja & Nadathurakkal
• 4:00 PM: Nadathurakkal
• 6:00 PM: Gruhalakshmi Pooja
• 6:30 PM: Evening Lamp Worship (Followed by Thanu Samman, Bhasma & Kumkuma Abhishekam)
• 7:30 PM: Bhagavathi Seva
• 8:00 PM: Evening Meal
• Later: Folk Songs & Visual Performances – Kollam Koodal Folk
22-03-2026 (Monday) – Day 3
• 5:00 AM: Nirmalyam & Abhishekam
• 6:30 AM: Ganapathi Homam
• 7:30 AM: Usha Pooja
• 9:30 AM: Lighting of Ceremonial Lamps
• 11:00 AM: Pongala Offering (Followed by Kulun Tula Bharam)
• 11:30 AM: Noon Pooja & Nadathurakkal
• 4:00 PM: Nadathurakkal
• 6:00 PM: Evening Lamp Worship
• 6:30 PM: Vali Padukka
• 7:00 PM: Bhagavathi Seva
• 9:00 PM: Kutti Ottam (Ritual Procession)
• Later: Evening Meal
Temple Location
Mundakkal Bhagavathi Temple, Karakulam, Thiruvananthapuram.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Karakulam Junction – 1 km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Karakulam Bus Stop – 1 km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station – 14 km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport – 16 km
