കീഴത്തിൽ ശ്രീഭദ്ര ദേവി ക്ഷേത്രത്തിൽ നടക്കുന്നത് 2026 പ്രതിഷ്ഠ വാർഷിക മഹോത്സവവും പൊങ്കാലയും ജനുവരി 18 മുതൽ 20 വരെ, പരമ്പരാഗത ആചാരങ്ങൾ, പൊങ്കാല നിവേദ്യങ്ങൾ, കലാപരിപാടികളോടുകൂടി ആഘോഷിക്കപ്പെടുന്നു.
പ്രതിഷ്ഠ വാർഷിക മഹോത്സവവും പൊങ്കാല 2026 കീഴത്തിൽ ശ്രീഭദ്ര ദേവി ക്ഷേത്രം തിരുവനന്തപുരം | Prathista Varshika Mahotsavam & Pongala 2026 Keezhathil Sree Bhadra Devi Temple Trivandrum
The Prathista Varshika Mahotsavam & Pongala 2026 at Keezhathil Sree Bhadra Devi Temple, Trivandrum is a highly anticipated annual celebration that brings together devotees and visitors from across Kerala and beyond.
The festival begins each day with the Palliyunarthal the ritualistic flag hoisting followed by the opening of the sanctum for Nirmalya Darshanam. Devotees witness the sacred Abhishekam and the Ashtadravya Mahaganapathi Homam which is a special fire ritual involving eight sacred offerings seeking blessings for prosperity and protection. Other important rituals include the Mrityunjaya Homam, Bhasma Abhishekam, Nagaroot and Kalashapuja each conducted with great devotion and adherence to traditional practices.
A highlight of the festival is the Pongala, a unique offering prepared by women devotees in the temple courtyard symbolizing their devotion and gratitude to the Devi. The festival also features Thalappoli processions where the Devi is adorned and taken out to receive the offerings creating a mesmerizing display of lights, music and devotion.
Cultural programs, including traditional dances like Thiruvathira, folk performances, bhajans and dance presentations by local academies, complement the spiritual rituals making the celebration a complete experience of devotion and culture. Community Annadanam is conducted on all three days allowing devotees to partake in the sacred meal.
The festival also emphasizes participation from all devotees in offering Neerpar and Narangavilakku in the evenings for fulfillment of wishes.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• 4:50 AM: Palliyunarthal
• 4:55 AM: Temple Opening (Thirunada Thurakkal)
• 5:00 AM: Nirmalya Darshanam
• 5:15 AM: Abhishekam
• 5:30 AM: Ashtadravya Mahaganapathi Homam
• 7:45 AM: Usha Pooja
• 8:30 AM: Prabhata Bhakshanam
• 8:45 AM: Kumkumabhishekam (Devi)
• 9:00 AM: Ashtabhishekam (Ganapathi)
• 10:30 AM: Mrityunjaya Homam
• 12:00 PM: Nagaroot
• 12:30 PM: Uchappooja & Annadanam
• 12:30 PM: Temple Closes
• 6:30 PM: Temple Reopens
• 7:30 PM: Alankara Deeparadhana
• 7:45 PM: Pushpabhishekam
• 8:30 PM: Athazha Pooja & Temple Closes
• 6:30 PM onwards: Cultural Programs (Thiruvathira, Bhajans & Dance)
19-01-2026 (Monday) – 1201 Makaram 05
• 4:50 AM: Palliyunarthal
• 4:55 AM: Temple Opening (Thirunada Thurakkal)
• 5:00 AM: Nirmalya Darshanam
• 5:15 AM: Abhishekam
• 5:30 AM: Ashtadravya Mahaganapathi Homam
• 7:45 AM: Usha Pooja
• 8:30 AM: Kalabhabhishekam
• 8:45 AM: Ashtabhishekam (Ganapathi)
• 9:00 AM: Mrityunjaya Homam & Bhasmabhishekam
• 10:30 AM: Nagaroot
• 12:30 PM: Temple Closes
• 4:00 PM: Temple Reopens
• 6:30 PM: Aishwarya Pooja
• 7:30 PM: Alankara Deeparadhana
• 7:45 PM: Bhagavathi Seva
• 8:30 PM: Athazha Pooja & Temple Closes
• 9:00 AM & 7:00 PM onwards: Devimahathmya Parayanam, Bhajans, Kaikottikkali & Dance Programs
20-01-2026 (Tuesday) – 1201 Makaram 06
• 4:50 AM: Palliyunarthal
• 4:55 AM: Temple Opening (Thirunada Thurakkal)
• 5:00 AM: Nirmalya Darshanam
• 5:15 AM: Abhishekam
• 7:45 AM: Ashtadravya Mahaganapathi Homam
• 8:00 AM: Usha Pooja
• 8:15 AM: Prabhata Bhakshanam
• 9:00 AM: Kalashapooja Begins
• 9:15 AM: Aduppu Vettu (Pongala Preparation)
• 11:00 AM: Samoohapooja Begins
• 11:20 AM – 11:40 AM: Pongala Cooking
• 12:15 PM: Pongala Nivedyam
• 12:30 PM: Uchappooja, Annadanam & Temple Closes
• 4:30 PM: Temple Reopens
• 6:30 PM: Alankara Deeparadhana
• 6:45 PM: Thalappoli Procession (from Kandhan Sastha Temple)
• 7:15 PM: Devi Ezhunnallathu (Receiving Thalappoli)
• 8:30 PM: Athazha Pooja & Temple Closes
• 8:00 PM onwards: Karimarunnu Ritual & Dance Performance
For more details about the events please see the notices provided below
Temple Location
Keezhathil Sree Bhadra Devi Temple, Perukavu P.O., Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695 573.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Perukavu / Malayinkeez Junction – 2 Km
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Perukavu Bus Stop – 1 Km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station – 18 Km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport – 20 Km
CONTACT
📞 +91 94477 18989 (President: K. Krishnan Nair)
+91 95678 69215 (Secretary: Biju Kumar)
+91 90749 55370 (Treasure)
