തിരുവനന്തപുരം ചാക്കൈ ശ്രീ ബാലസുബ്രഹ്മണ്യസ്വാമി ക്ഷേത്രത്തിൽ 2026 തൈപ്പൂയ മഹോത്സവം ജനുവരി 26 മുതൽ ഫെബ്രുവരി 1 വരെ ആഘോഷിക്കപ്പെടും, ജനുവരി 23-24-ന് പ്രതിഷ്ഠാ വാർഷികം, ഫെബ്രുവരി 1-ന് പൊങ്കാലയും അഗ്നിക്കാവടിയും, ക്ഷേത്ര ചടങ്ങുകളും പ്രകടനങ്ങളും ഉൾപ്പെടും.
തൈപ്പൂയ മഹോത്സവം 2026 ചാക്കൈ ശ്രീ ബാലസുബ്രഹ്മണ്യസ്വാമി ക്ഷേത്രം തിരുവനന്തപുരം| Thaipooya Mahotsavam 2026 Chackai Sri Balasubramaniya Swami Temple Trivandrum
Thaipooya Mahotsavam is one of the most vibrant and spiritually significant festivals celebrated at Chackai Sri Balasubrahmanya Swami Temple in Trivandrum.
Held annually during the Malayalam month of Makaram, this festival draws devotees from across Kerala and neighboring states to participate in an array of traditional rituals, cultural performances and community celebrations.
The festival begins with the ceremonial flag hoisting which signifies the official start of the celebrations. Throughout the week, devotees can witness a series of sacred rituals including special pujas, homams and offerings to Lord Subrahmanya, the presiding deity of the temple. The Pratishta Anniversary holds a special place in the festival commemorating the consecration of the deity and offering devotees an opportunity for spiritual reflection and blessings.
A major highlight of Thaipooya Mahotsavam is Pongala, a unique ritual where women devotees prepare a sweet rice offering in earthen pots as an expression of gratitude and devotion. Another extraordinary event is Agnikavadi performed on February 1 where devotees carry fire offerings in a display of unwavering faith and discipline. The festival also features colorful processions, traditional music ensembles like Panchavadyam, and performances of classical art forms making it a celebration of both faith and Kerala’s rich cultural heritage.
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
• Pratishta Anniversary Poojas (Jan 23-24)
• Kodiyettam (Jan 26)
• Daily Rituals & Homams (Jan 26 – Feb 1)
• Devotional Songs, Bhajans & Classical Performances
• Deity Procession (Jan 27)
• Pongala Offering (Feb 1)
• Agnikavadi (Feb 1)
• Aarattu
Temple Location
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Chackai Sri Balasubramaniya Swami Temple, Chacka, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala 695024.
Accessibility
🏙️ Nearest Town / Landmark / Junction: Chacka, Thiruvananthapuram – 500 M
🚌 Nearest Bus Station: Thiruvananthapuram KSRTC Bus Stand – 5 km
🚂 Nearest Railway Station: Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station – 6 km
✈️ Nearest Airport: Trivandrum International Airport – 8 km
