Sree Kandhan Sastha Temple, Aryanad Pulimoottil
The sacred Sree Kandhan Sastha Temple, Aryanad Pulimoottil (Reg. No. 1100/97), invites devotees to the Pankuni Uthra Purusha Pongala Mahotsavam 2026, observed on March 31 and April 1, 2026 (Malayalam Era 1201 – Pankuni 17 & 18).
Dedicated to Lord Sastha, the compassionate protector and bestower of prosperity, this two-day festival is a deeply spiritual occasion marked by tantric rituals, sacred offerings, Purusha Pongala, grand processions, and vibrant cultural programs.
Festival Significance
Pankuni Uthra holds profound importance in Sastha worship traditions. The festival symbolizes surrender, discipline, and divine grace. Devotees gather to seek blessings for family welfare, removal of obstacles, and fulfillment of cherished desires.
The Mahotsavam features:
Early Morning Rituals
5:30 AM – Palliyunarthal
The ceremonial awakening of the deity.
5:30 AM – Ashtadravya Maha Ganapathi Homam
A powerful homam invoking Lord Ganapathi for obstacle removal and auspicious beginnings.
7:00 AM – Appam Moodal
Sacred offering to Mahaganapathi Bhagavan.
8:15 AM – Prabhatha Bhakshanam (Breakfast Prasadam)
9:30 AM – Special Pooja
12:30 PM – Annadanam
Community feast offered as sacred charity.
Evening Programs
5:00 PM – Nada Thurakkal (Temple Opening)
6:30 PM – Kaikottikali
Presented by Cherappally Sree Mutharamman Kaikottikali Sangham.
8:00 PM – Ganamela
Live musical performance by Trivandrum Voice with DJ.
9:00 PM – Kshethra Vilakku
Sacred temple lamp ritual.
Offerings & Sponsorships (Day 1)
Rituals and Annadanam are supported by devoted families and Ayyappa bhaktas, reflecting the festival’s strong community participation.
Morning Rituals
5:30 AM – Ashtadravya Maha Ganapathi Homam
7:00 AM – Panchamrutha Abhishekam
Holy bathing ritual symbolizing purification and grace.
8:45 AM – Breakfast Prasadam
9:00 AM – Purusha Bhaktanmarude Nercha Pongala
A rare and sacred offering performed by male devotees.
10:30 AM – Pongala Nivedyam
Afternoon & Procession
3:00 PM – Thirunada Thurakkal
3:30 PM – Purathezhunnallathu
A grand ceremonial procession accompanied by:
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Karppoorazhi
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Neyyandi Melam
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Singari Melam
The divine procession travels through Anandeshwaram, Tholur, Cherukulam, and Ganathiyamkuzhi before returning to the temple with traditional art forms including Malabar Theyyam.
Evening Cultural Events
7:00 PM – Special Pooja
7:15 PM – Sangeetha Sudha
By Bhairavi Music Academy, Aryanad.
8:00 PM – Kshethra Vilppattu
By Sastha Vilppattu Sangham.
Dance Festival 2026
Presented by Sivanandanam School of Dance.
Late Night Ceremonies
10:30 PM – Mutheduthu Deeparadhana
11:30 PM – Kshethra Vilakku
4:30 AM (Early Morning) – Historic Aazhi Pooja
A deeply revered ritual symbolizing divine energy and purification.
Devotees are encouraged to participate in the Panchamrutha Abhishekam. This ritual is believed to:
✔ Calm the mind
✔ Remove doshas
✔ Grant success in endeavors
✔ Bring family harmony
Annadanam is considered the highest form of charity. Devotees may sponsor rice and provisions for this sacred service.
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The festival committee reserves the right to modify the schedule if required.
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Male devotees offering Pongala must reach the temple before 9:00 AM.
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Devotees and local establishments are requested to welcome the procession with Nilavilakku, decorations, and floral offerings.
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Maha Ganapathi Homam on the 1st day of every Malayalam month
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Ayilya Pooja on Ayilyam Nakshatram
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Neeranjanam for Shani Dosha Pariharam (daily mornings; evenings on Saturdays & Wednesdays)
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Neyyandi Melam: Raji Chandran (Moni) & Party
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Singari Melam: Sree Mahadeva Kalasamithi
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Sound & Light: Sagara Sounds, Aryanad
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Catering: Sastha Catering
The Pankuni Uthra Purusha Pongala Mahotsavam 2026 at Aryanad Pulimoottil is a sacred convergence of devotion, ritual purity, artistic heritage, and collective faith. Devotees are warmly welcomed to participate and receive the divine blessings of Lord Kandhan Sastha.