Kavarattu Sree Mahadeva Temple Maha Shivaratri Mahotsavam 2026

Kavarattu Sree Mahadeva Temple

Maha Shivaratri Mahotsavam 2026

Om Namah Shivaya

The Maha Shivaratri Mahotsavam 2026 is being celebrated with great devotion and spiritual fervor at Kavarattu Sree Mahadeva Temple, one of the most revered Shiva temples in Central Travancore.

Located at Kumarapuram P.O., Haripad, this ancient temple is widely regarded as a powerful center of divine grace, where Lord Mahadeva is worshipped as the eternal, compassionate, and wish-fulfilling form of Lord Shiva.

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Temple Address

Kavarattu Sree Mahadeva Temple
Kumarapuram P.O., Haripad
📞 Phone: +91 479 241 5278, +91 62820 31922

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Important Festival Dates

Thrikodiyettu 

🗓️ 07 February 2026 (Makaram 24, 1201) – Saturday
⏰ Auspicious time: 6:50 PM to 7:15 PM

Thiru Aarattu 

🗓️ 16 February 2026 (Kumbham 04, 1201) – Monday

The festival begins with the ceremonial flag hoisting performed under the chief priesthood of Brahmashree Kandharar Mohanar, Thantri of Chengannur Thazhamon Madom, and concludes with the sacred Thiru Aarattu.

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Spiritual Significance of the Festival

The Maha Shivaratri celebrations at Kavarattu Sree Mahadeva Temple are conducted with great emphasis on traditional tantric rituals, temple customs, and ceremonial processions, strictly following the guidance of the temple Thantri.
With heartfelt gratitude, the temple acknowledges the continuous support and cooperation extended by devotees and well-wishers, which contribute to the spiritual growth, prosperity, and dignity of the temple.

As part of the Shivaratri Mahotsavam, various religious and cultural programs are organized, transforming the entire region into a vibrant atmosphere of devotion and festivity.

Newly Consecrated Nandikesha Vahanam

A special highlight of this year’s festival is the dedication of the newly constructed Nandikesha Vahanam to Lord Mahadeva, offered for the darshan and blessings of devotees during the Mahotsavam.

Festival Schedule

Day 1 – 07 February 2026 (Saturday)

Early Morning

• 5:00 AM – Harinama Keerthanam

• 5:30 AM – Maha Ganapathi Homam

• 6:00 AM – Prabhatha Bheri and Usha Pooja

• 8:00 AM – Annadanam

• 8:15 AM – Bhagavatha Parayanam

  • Recitation by: Smt. Devika & Smt. Shobha (Mahadevikkadu)

Midday

• 10:00 AM – Kaviladiyanthiram & Pulluvan Paattu

• 12:00 Noon – Ucha Pooja

Evening

• 5:00 PM – Temple Opens

• 6:00 PM – Deshathalam Procession

• 6:50 PM to 7:15 PM – Thrikodiyettu

• 7:15 PM – Deeparadhana, Deepakazcha & Fireworks

• 7:30 PM – Nadaswaram & Thakil Performance

• 8:00 PM – Annadanam, Athazha Pooja & Sree Bhootha Bali

Day 2 – 08 February 2026 (Sunday)

• 5:00 AM – Harinama Keerthanam

• 5:30 AM – Maha Ganapathi Homam

• 6:00 AM – Prabhatha Bheri and Usha Pooja

• 7:00 AM – Kalasha Pooja, Kalashabhishekam & Sree Bhootha Bali

• 8:00 AM – Annadanam

• 8:15 AM – Bhagavatha Parayanam

• 10:00 AM – Ucha Pooja

• 1:00 PM – Community Feast (Samooha Sadya)

• 6:30 PM – Deeparadhana, Deepakazcha & Fireworks

• 7:30 PM – Stage Drama

  • Presentation: Thiruvananthapuram Athulya

Devotees’ Appeal

In order to ensure the auspicious and successful completion of the Maha Shivaratri Mahotsavam, all devotees, well-wishers, and residents are humbly requested, in the name of Lord Mahadeva, to extend their wholehearted presence, support, and cooperation.

Om Namah Shivaya 🙏