Kadakkappallil Sree Bhadra Bhagavathi Temple Festival 2026 – Chirakkadavam, Kayamkulam
The Kadakkappallil Sree Bhadra Bhagavathi Temple Trust, Chirakkadavam, Kayamkulam, announces its sacred Thrikodiyettu Dashadina Mahotsavam along with the Sreemad Devi Bhagavata Navaha Yajnam for 2026. The festival will be conducted with deep devotion, traditional rituals, and vibrant cultural programs, bringing together devotees and the local community in celebration of Sree Bhadra Bhagavathi.
Key Dates & Ritual Highlights
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April 12, 2026 (Sunday), 7:00 AM – Para Ezhunnallathu
The ceremonial procession marking the spiritual prelude to the festival. -
April 23, 2026 (Thursday), 7:00 AM – Thrikodiyettu
The auspicious flag hoisting that formally inaugurates the ten-day Mahotsavam. -
April 23 – May 1, 2026 – Sreemad Devi Bhagavata Navaha Yajnam
Nine days of sacred recitations, homams, and prayers invoking divine grace. -
April 26, 2026 (Sunday), 7:00 AM – Utsava Pongala
A major devotional offering performed with reverence by devotees. -
May 1, 2026 (Friday), 10:00 PM – Pallivetta
The symbolic royal hunt ritual signifying the triumph of dharma. -
May 2, 2026 (Saturday), 8:00 AM – Varshika Noorum Palum
Annual offering seeking blessings for prosperity and well-being. -
May 2, 2026 (Saturday), 4:00 PM – Arattu Ghoshayatra
The grand concluding procession and ritual bath. -
May 2, 2026 (Saturday), 10:00 PM – Kodiyirakku
Lowering of the festival flag, marking the formal conclusion. -
May 2, 2026 (Early Morning), 4:00 AM – Sarpam Thullal
A traditional ritual offering dedicated to serpent deities.
Devotee Participation
During the festival days, special poojas, annadanam, offerings, and cultural programs will be conducted before the divine presence of Kadakkappallil Amma. Devotees wishing to sponsor rituals, offerings, or programs are requested to inform the temple administration in advance.