2026 ലെ ശഷ്തിവ്രതം തൃശ്ശൂരിലെ കുന്നുംപറ ശ്രീമുരുകൻ ക്ഷേത്രത്തിൽ ഭക്തിപൂര്വ്വമായ ഉപവാസവും പ്രത്യേക പൂജകളും ശാസ്താവിനു സമർപ്പിച്ച ചടങ്ങുകളും കൂടി ആഘോഷിക്കപ്പെടുന്നു.
ശഷ്തി വ്രതം 2026 കുന്നുംപറ ശ്രീ മുരുകൻ ക്ഷേത്രം തിരുവനന്തപുരം | Shasti Viratham 2026 Kunnumpara Sree Murugan Temple Trivandrum
Shasti Viratham is one of the most sacred and widely observed festivals dedicated to Lord Subrahmanya and the Kunnumpara Sree Murugan Temple in Trivandrum is renowned for its vibrant celebrations during this period. The festival typically spans six days, culminating on the auspicious Shasti day which is considered highly favorable for worshipping Lord Murugan.
Devotees from across Kerala and neighboring regions visit the temple to participate in the spiritual activities and seek blessings for prosperity, courage and protection from negative influences.
During Shasti Viratham, the temple organizes a series of special poojas and abhishekams for Lord Murugan. These rituals are conducted with utmost devotion and the priests chant powerful Vedic mantras to invoke the divine presence of the deity. Devotional offerings including milk, sandal paste, fruits and flowers are made to the deity as part of the abhishekam and alankaram ceremonies. Many devotees observe strict fasting and perform personal penance believing that it enhances the spiritual merit of their prayers and earns the grace of Lord Murugan.
The festival also includes ceremonial processions where the idol of Lord Subrahmanya is beautifully decorated and carried around the temple premises amid the resonating sounds of traditional drums and devotional music. Special bhajan and keerthanam sessions are organized allowing devotees to sing praises and express their devotion collectively. Evening aartis and deepa aradhana illuminate the temple creating an atmosphere of divine serenity and spiritual energy.
EVENTS / PROGRAMS
• Daily Special Poojas & Abhishekam
• Shasti Viratham & Devotional Fasting
• Special Alankaram & Archana Rituals for Lord Murugan
• Skanda Shasti Poojas & Mantra Chanting
• Kavadi Offering & Temple Processions
• Devotional Bhajans & Keerthanam Programs
• Vedic Homam & Fire Rituals
• Evening Aarti & Deepa Aradhana
• Cultural Programs: Traditional Music & Dance Performances
IMPORTANT DATES
• 24 January 2026 (Saturday) – Start of Shasti Viratham; fasting and prayers for courage.
• 22 February 2026 (Sunday) – Strength, discipline, and removal of obstacles.
• 24 March 2026 (Tuesday) – Prayers for wisdom, focus, and balance.
• 22 April 2026 (Wednesday) – Perseverance, confidence, and steady progress.
• 21 May 2026 (Thursday) – Significant Shasti; spiritual upliftment and blessings.
• 19 June 2026 (Friday) – Fasting and devotion for protection and mental strength.
• 19 July 2026 (Sunday) – Encourages devotion, courage, and positive transformation.
• 17 August 2026 (Monday) – Determination, success, and spiritual discipline.
• 16 September 2026 (Wednesday) – Focus, clarity in decisions, and inner stability.
• 16 October 2026 (Friday) – Overcoming challenges and negativity.
• 15 November 2026 (Sunday) – Soora Samharam: Victory over demon Soorapadman.
• 15 December 2026 (Tuesday) – Significant Shasti; spiritual upliftment and blessings.
Temple Location
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Vazhamuttom – 200 m
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Vazhamuttom Bus Stop – 200 m
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station – 25 km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport – 30 km
