Experience Kerala's First Varahi Panchami Devi Temple During the Sacred Ashadha Navaratri Festival
Sree Panchami Devi Temple, located at Pettah, Kallummoodu, Anayara P.O., Thiruvananthapuram District, Kerala, is a unique and spiritually significant temple dedicated to Goddess Durga and Sri Varahi Panchami Devi. It is regarded as the first Varahi Panchami Devi Temple in Kerala and is believed to be the only temple in the world where Goddess Durga and her commander, Goddess Varahi Panchami Devi, are worshipped with equal prominence within the same sanctum.
Every Panchami day, thousands of devotees from across Kerala and other parts of India visit the temple to light lamps, offer prayers, and seek the blessings of the Divine Mother.
Ashadha Navaratri Mahotsavam 2026
The temple will celebrate the Ashadha Navaratri Mahotsavam from 15 July to 23 July 2026 (Ashadha 24 to Sravana 1, Saka Era 1948).
Ashadha Navaratri is one of the most sacred Navaratri observances in Shakta tradition. The festival is dedicated to Sri Varahi Devi, one of the Sapta Matrikas and the commander of Goddess Durga's divine army. This nine-day celebration marks the beginning of a new annual tradition at the temple and is the first festival of its kind dedicated to Varahi Devi in Kerala.
Importance of Ashadha Navaratri
Among the five Navaratris observed in the Hindu tradition, Ashadha Navaratri is associated with the Agni (Fire) element and is also known as Theyu Navaratri. It coincides with the beginning of Dakshinayana, making it an especially auspicious period for worship, spiritual practices, and Devi Upasana.
Devotees believe that worshipping Goddess Varahi during these nine sacred days removes obstacles, grants prosperity, protects against negative energies, and fulfills sincere prayers.
Festival Highlights
The celebrations begin on 15 July 2026 with Bhagavathi Seva in the evening.
One of the major attractions of the festival is the Siddhi Varahi Panchami Puja, scheduled for 19 July 2026. On this special occasion, devotees are given the rare opportunity to perform the puja personally by bringing a traditional lamp, vessel, sandalwood bowl, offering plate, and a one-rupee coin.
Throughout the festival, the temple will conduct several powerful Vedic rituals and homas under the guidance of Temple Thantri Brahmasri Kandiyoor Neelamana Illathu Prashanth G. Namboothiri.
Major Rituals During the Festival
The nine-day celebrations include numerous sacred ceremonies, including:
- Bhagavathi Seva
- Siddhi Varahi Panchami Puja
- Maha Ganapathi Homam
- Veda Sukta Chanting
- Gayatri Homam
- Gayatri Puja
- Mahalakshmi Puja
- Navagraha Homam
- Navagraha Puja
- Bhu Varahi Panchami Puja
- Navakshari Homam
- Bala Devi Puja
- Sri Chakra Puja
- Lalitha Sahasranama Archana
- Trishati Pushpanjali
- Maha Varahi Homam
- Kalasa Pujas
- Ashtabhishekam
- Grand Guruthi Offering
The festival concludes on 23 July 2026 with the Maha Varahi Homam in the morning and the Grand Guruthi Ritual at the Varahi Panchami Devi shrine in the evening.
Spiritual Benefits of the Rituals
Each ritual is performed with a specific spiritual purpose.
Siddhi Varahi Panchami Puja
- Relief from suffering and difficulties.
- Blessings for peace, protection, and prosperity.
Gayatri Homam and Gayatri Puja
- Improves concentration and wisdom.
- Highly beneficial for students and those preparing for examinations.
- Grants success and righteous thinking.
Mahalakshmi Puja
- Blessings for wealth, abundance, and family prosperity.
Navagraha Homam
- Reduces planetary afflictions.
- Helps overcome challenges during difficult planetary periods.
Bhu Varahi Panchami Puja
- Removes Vastu Doshas.
- Helps resolve land disputes.
- Brings success in buying and selling property.
- Protects against negative energies connected with land.
Navakshari Homam, Bala Devi Puja and Sri Chakra Puja
- Blessings for education, higher studies, arts, and creativity.
- Enhances fortune and attracts divine grace.
- Grants overall prosperity and fulfillment of wishes.
Ashtabhishekam
- Brings mental peace, family harmony, good health, success, prosperity, and spiritual upliftment.
Maha Varahi Homam
- Invokes the special blessings of Goddess Varahi.
- Brings wealth, protection, victory, and removal of obstacles.
Grand Guruthi
- Traditionally performed for protection from enemies and negative forces.
Ashadha Navaratri Dance and Music Festival
Alongside the temple rituals, a nine-day Dance and Music Festival will also be organized.
The cultural festival will be inaugurated on 15 July 2026 by renowned Malayalam film actor Maniyanpilla Raju.
Throughout the festival, devotees can enjoy:
- Classical dance performances
- Bharatanatyam recitals
- Devotional music concerts
- Bhajan performances
- Sopana Sangeetham
- Semi-classical dance programs
- Cultural performances by leading artists and institutions from Thiruvananthapuram
The closing day will feature a devotional music concert by Ananthapuram Sisters, led by noted playback singer Lakshmirangan.
Online Puja Booking
Devotees who are unable to visit the temple can participate by booking various pujas online through the temple's official website.
Temple Address
Sree Panchami Devi Temple
Pettah, Kallummoodu,
Anayara P.O.,
Thiruvananthapuram District,
Kerala – 695029
Official Website
The Ashadha Navaratri Mahotsavam 2026 at Sree Panchami Devi Temple is a rare spiritual opportunity for devotees of Goddess Durga and Sri Varahi Devi. With powerful Vedic rituals, sacred homas, personal puja participation, and a vibrant cultural festival, this nine-day celebration promises immense spiritual blessings, divine grace, and unforgettable devotional experiences.
Devotees seeking prosperity, protection, knowledge, health, peace, and success are encouraged to participate in this unique festival and receive the blessings of Sri Varahi Panchami Devi and Goddess Durga.
The official Ashadha Navaratri Mahotsavam 2026 notice issued by Sree Panchami Devi Temple is provided below for devotees' reference, including the complete festival schedule, puja details, and cultural programs.
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