Revered as one of the most spiritually significant Ekadashis, Swargavathil Ekadashi symbolizes the opening of the celestial gate (Swarga Vathil) for sincere devotees. The auspicious chant “Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya” resonates throughout the day, creating a deeply devotional atmosphere within the temple premises.
Swargavathil Ekadashi 2025 | Neyyattinkara Unnikannan Temple Trivandrum
The rituals will begin early in the morning at 4:00 AM with Palliyunarthal, the ceremonial awakening of Lord Unnikannan. At 5:00 AM, the temple doors will open for Nada Thurakkal and Nirmalya Darshanam, offering devotees the blessed first darshan of the day. This sacred moment is believed to bestow immense spiritual merit and inner peace.
At 6:00 AM, a Special Ganapathi Homam will be conducted to remove obstacles and ensure the smooth progression of the day’s rituals. The major offerings of the day, Special Kalashabhishekam and Kalabhishekam, will take place at 10:30 AM, accompanied by Vedic chanting and devotional fervor. These sacred abhishekams are followed by the Ucha Pooja (midday worship), marking a significant spiritual highlight of the Ekadashi observance. The temple will reopen in the evening at 5:00 PM, allowing devotees to continue their prayers and Ekadashi vratham. Sandhya Deeparadhana will be performed at 6:30 PM, illuminating the temple with divine lamps and devotion. The day’s observances will conclude at 9:30 PM with the grand Sri Bhoothabali and ceremonial procession on elephant (Aana Purappadu), symbolizing divine protection, prosperity, and cosmic harmony. All devotees are warmly invited to visit Neyyattinkara Unnikannan Temple on this holy Swargavathil Ekadashi day and receive the abundant blessings of Lord Krishna.
