Major Marthandapuram Sree Krishnaswamy Temple Utsavam 2026

Major Marthandapuram Sree Krishnaswamy Temple Utsavam 2026

East Kallada – Festival Announcement

The Travancore Devaswom Board announces the sacred Temple Utsavam 2026 at the revered Major Marthandapuram Sree Krishnaswamy Temple.

📍 Location: East Kallada
🗓 Malayalam Era: 1201 Kumbham
🙏 Temple Thantri:
Mudippilappilly Madam Brahmasree Vasudevar Somayajippad

                         

📅 Festival Schedule

 Thrikodiyettu 

📅 16 February 2026
🗓 1201 Kumbham 4

The auspicious hoisting of the temple flag marks the ceremonial beginning of the annual Utsavam, invoking divine blessings and signaling the start of sacred rituals and celebrations.

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 Palpayasa Pongala

📅 22 February 2026
🗓 1201 Kumbham 10

Devotees offer the sacred Palpayasam Pongala, a cherished ritual symbolizing gratitude, devotion, and prayers for prosperity. The offering is prepared with reverence and dedicated to Lord Sree Krishna.

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 Pallivetta 

📅 24 February 2026
🗓 1201 Kumbham 12

The traditional Pallivetta ritual reenacts the symbolic divine hunt, representing the destruction of negative forces and the protection of dharma.

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 Thiruarattu 

📅 25 February 2026
🗓 1201 Kumbham 13

The sacred Arattu procession and ritual bath conclude the Utsavam. This grand finale signifies purification, renewal, and the ceremonial completion of the festival.

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✨ Spiritual Importance of the Utsavam

Temple Utsavams represent:

✔ Renewal of devotion
✔ Preservation of sacred traditions
✔ Collective prayer and participation
✔ Cultural and spiritual unity

At Major Marthandapuram Sree Krishnaswamy Temple, the celebrations create an atmosphere of divine grace, discipline, and festive joy.

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🙏 Devotees’ Participation

All devotees are warmly invited to attend and participate in:

• Temple rituals & poojas

• Palpayasa Pongala

• Pallivetta

• Arattu procession

May Lord Sree Krishna bless everyone with peace, prosperity, and spiritual fulfillment.

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📌 Event Details

📍 Temple: Major Marthandapuram Sree Krishnaswamy Temple
📍 Place: East Kallada
🏛 Organized by: Travancore Devaswom Board
📅 Festival Period: 16 – 25 February 2026