About Kanjiravilakam Devi Temple
Kanjiravilakam Devi Temple Yogam, Pettah, is a revered spiritual centre known for its powerful Devi worship and traditional rituals. Registered under Reg. No. 183/1979, the temple has a long-standing legacy of annual festivals, Villil Thookkam, Guruthi Pooja, and community offerings that attract devotees from across Thiruvananthapuram.
Temple Contact Details
📍 Pettah, Thiruvananthapuram
📞 0471 2463722, +91 96334 19997
📧 kajiravilakamdevi@gmail.com
Festival Overview – Mahotsavam 2026
The 67th Annual Festival begins with Thrikodiyettam (Flag Hoisting) on Monday, 23 February 2026, and concludes with Thrikodiyirakkam on Wednesday, 4 March 2026.
The festival includes traditional temple rituals, Devi Mahatmya Parayanam, Thottam Pattu, cultural programs, annadanam, Villil Thookkam, and grand processions.
Key Rituals & Daily Worship
Each festival day starts with Palli Unarthal, followed by Nada Thurappu and Nirmalya Darshanam, Mahaganapathi Homam, Usha Pooja, and special Devi poojas.
Daily highlights include:
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Thottam Pattu & Sahasranama Japam
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Devi Mahatmya & Narayaneeyam Parayanam
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Maricham Shathru Samhara Pooja
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Guruthi Pooja and Athazha Pooja
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Deepa Aradhana and Community Annadanam
Devotees may offer Nirapara, Pushpabhishekam, Neyyvilakku, and Annadanam directly at the temple office against official receipts.
Villil Thookkam – Sacred Offering
Villil Thookkam, one of the most significant ritual offerings to Goddess Durga, will be performed on the concluding day of the festival. This ancient ritual symbolizes devotion, sacrifice, and divine protection, and is witnessed by thousands of devotees every year.
Cultural Programs & Performances
Every evening features devotional and cultural programs, including:
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Bhajans and Devotional Music
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Thiruvathira & Kolkali
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Classical and Cinematic Dance Performances
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Ganamela & Karaoke Programs
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Thematic Dance Dramas like Madhura Meenakshi and Shivakami
Performances are presented by reputed cultural groups from Thiruvananthapuram and nearby regions.
Processions & Special Events
The beautifully adorned Devi idol travels through Pettah, SN Nagar, Chacka, and nearby areas, blessing devotees along the route.
Special Annual Observances
Temple Sub-Deities
The temple complex also houses shrines of:
Mahaganapathi, Mahadeva, Dharma Sastha, Subrahmanya, Nagar, Kalayakshi Amma, Yogeeswaran, Brahmarakshas, Madan Thampuran, and Sree Narayana Guru.
