Thrippanayam Devikshetram Pallivettachira Sree Madankavu Mahadevar Temple Festival 2026 | Chemmakkad

Sree Madankavu Mahadevar Temple Mahotsavam 2026

Thrippanayam Devikshetram, Chemmakkad

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Thrippanayam Devikshetram – Pallivettachira Sree Madankavu Mahadevar Temple, located at Chemmakkad, is a spiritually significant temple complex deeply rooted in traditional Kerala temple customs. The temple is known for its disciplined rituals, vibrant festivals, and strong connection with the local devotee community.

In 2026, the temple observes multiple sacred occasions including the Prathishta Anniversary, Kumbha Makayiram Mahotsavam, Maha Shivaratri, and the Nagaraja–Nagayakshi Re-Consecration Anniversary, conducted over February and early March with elaborate poojas, homams, processions, and cultural programs.

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Key Festival Dates – 2026

• Mahotsavam & Prathishta Anniversary:
  Sunday, February 15, 2026
  (Kumbham 03, 1201 ME)

• Kumbha Makayiram Mahotsavam:
  February 24, 25 & 26, 2026
  (Kumbham 12, 13 & 14 – Tuesday to Thursday)

• Nagaraja–Nagayakshi Re-Consecration Anniversary:
  Monday, March 2, 2026
  (Kumbham 18, 1201 ME)

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Mahotsavam & Maha Shivaratri – February 15, 2026

The Mahotsavam day is marked by sacred Shiva rituals and Maha Shivaratri observances.

Morning Rituals

• 5:00 AM – Nada Thurakkal, Nirmalya Darshanam & Abhishekam

• 5:30 AM – Ganapathi Homam

• 6:00 AM – Usha Pooja

• 8:00 AM – Maha Mrityunjaya Homam
  (Performed under the chief priesthood of Thanthrarathnam Brahmasree Aswani Kumar Bhattathiri)

• Followed by Shiva Purana Parayanam

Evening & Night

• 6:00 PM – Deepa Kazhcha

• 6:45 PM – Maha Deeparadhana

• 8:30 PM – Shiva Stuthi Geethangal
  (Sarada Kalamandiram, Kattakulam, Paravoor)

• 12:00 Midnight – Maha Shivaratri Pooja Darshanam
  (Chief Priest: Sree Rajeev Narayana Sharma)

Devotees may offer Maha Mrityunjaya Homam as a vow offering with a receipt of ₹100.

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Kumbha Makayiram Mahotsavam – February 24 to 26, 2026

Day 1 – Tuesday, February 24

• Morning poojas, Bhagavatha Parayanam

• Evening Deeparadhana & spiritual discourse

• Grand Chamaya Vilakku Thalappoli Ghoshayatra with floats, Chenda Melam, Ardhanaareeswara dance, Kaikottikali

• Night Kaikottikali performance

Day 2 – Wednesday, February 25

• Special Bhagavatha Parayanam

• Kanji Sadhya at noon

• Evening Kaikottikali

• Night Murali Pullankuzhal Fusion by Master Kandalloor Suryanarayanan & team

Day 3 – Thursday, February 26

• Ganapathi Homam, Shiva Purana Parayanam

• Mahakalasha Abhishekam under the chief priesthood of Brahmasree Aswani Kumar Bhattathiri

• Evening Kaikottikali

• Adarikkal Ceremony & Grand Kettukazhcha

• Maha Deeparadhana

• Night Varnnachirimelam Stage Mega Show by Chaitram Entertainers
  
  

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Adarikkal (Honouring Ceremony)

As part of the festival, the temple committee conducts an Adarikkal Ceremony to respectfully remember Late Sree Chellappan Ayyar, who served as Guru Bhoothan and spiritual guide to the temple. His contributions are remembered with gratitude, and honours are extended to his family.

Senior devotees and students who achieved high success in the 2025 SSLC and Plus Two examinations are also felicitated. The ceremony is officiated by C. K. Chandrababu, President of Thrippanayam Devikshetram.

The Sree Madankavu Mahadevar Temple Mahotsavam 2026 is a spiritually enriching celebration that blends sacred rituals, remembrance, cultural heritage, and community participation. Devotees are warmly invited to attend the ceremonies, witness the traditional art forms, and receive the divine blessings of Lord Shiva, Nagaraja, and Nagayakshi during this auspicious period.