Kumbha Bharani Mahotsavam 2026 – Sree Kottuvallikkavu Bhagavathi Temple
The Sree Kottuvallikkavu Bhagavathi Temple, Kottappuram – Alangad, under the auspices of NSS Karayogam No. 987, announces the sacred Kumbha Bharani Mahotsavam 2026. The auspicious celebration will take place on Monday, 23 February 2026, with the principal ritual beginning at 2:00 PM.
Kumbha Bharani is a deeply revered festival dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathi, the divine embodiment of Shakti, protection, and prosperity. This sacred day holds immense spiritual significance, drawing devotees who seek blessings for courage, well-being, and fulfillment of prayers. The temple premises come alive with devotion, traditional rituals, and community participation.
A central highlight of the Mahotsavam is the Thookkam ritual, performed by the devotees of Alangad Desham. Thookkam is an ancient and symbolic offering expressing unwavering faith, gratitude, and surrender to the Goddess. Devotees undertake this sacred act as a fulfillment of vows and prayers, reflecting profound devotion and spiritual discipline.
The ritualistic proceedings are conducted with strict adherence to traditional temple customs and Tantric practices. The atmosphere is filled with sacred chants, rhythmic temple percussion, and devotional fervor. The visual grandeur of the ceremony, combined with spiritual intensity, creates a powerful and uplifting experience for devotees and visitors alike.
The Mahotsavam not only represents religious observance but also serves as a celebration of Kerala’s living temple heritage. It reinforces cultural continuity, collective devotion, and the enduring bond between the Goddess and her devotees.
Devotees are warmly invited to attend the Kumbha Bharani Mahotsavam and witness the sacred Thookkam ritual at Sree Kottuvallikkavu Bhagavathi Temple.
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