The Nada Thurappu Mahotsavam 2026 of Sree Parvathi Devi, the Mangalyavaradayini (bestower of marital harmony), at the renowned Aluva Thiruvairanikkulam Mahadeva Temple, is a spiritually significant annual festival observed with great devotion and traditional discipline. This auspicious Mahotsavam will be held from 2 January to 13 January 2026, attracting thousands of devotees from across Kerala and beyond.
Thiruvairanikkulam Mahadeva Temple holds a unique place in Kerala’s temple tradition, especially for devotees seeking blessings related to marriage, family harmony, and prosperity. Sree Parvathi Devi is worshipped here as Mangalyavaradayini, the divine mother who grants auspicious marital life and removes obstacles related to relationships. The Nada Thurappu period is considered extremely sacred, as the sanctum of the Goddess remains open for extended worship, allowing devotees to offer prayers with special spiritual potency.
During the Nada Thurappu Mahotsavam, the temple conducts various traditional rituals, poojas, and offerings strictly according to ancient customs. Devotees believe that offerings made during this period yield multiplied spiritual benefits. Married couples, those seeking suitable alliances, and families praying for domestic peace consider this Mahotsavam especially auspicious.
Among the most important offerings performed during the Nada Thurappu days are the Paravazhipadu (Paray offerings). These offerings symbolize abundance, purity, and gratitude to the Goddess. The major Paray offerings conducted at the temple include:
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Ellu Para (Sesame Offering) – for removing obstacles and negative influences
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Manjal Para (Turmeric Offering) – for marital harmony and auspiciousness
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Nellu Para (Paddy Offering) – symbolizing prosperity and food security
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Malar Para (Flower Offering) – for purity of mind and devotion
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Pooppara (Floral Offering) – for divine grace and fulfillment of prayers
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Arippara (Rice Offering) – for peace, nourishment, and family well-being
These offerings are deeply symbolic and are performed with devotion, discipline, and faith in the compassionate grace of Sree Parvathi Devi.
To facilitate devotees across the world, all types of offerings can be conveniently booked online through the official temple website. This digital initiative allows devotees who are unable to visit the temple physically to remain spiritually connected and participate in the sacred rituals.
The Nada Thurappu Mahotsavam of Sree Parvathi Devi stands as a sacred opportunity for spiritual renewal, prayer, and surrender. With centuries-old traditions and growing modern accessibility, Thiruvairanikkulam Mahadeva Temple continues to be a beacon of faith, blessing devotees with peace, prosperity, and marital harmony.