Ammankoda Mahotsavam

The Ammankoda Mahotsavam at Nallanpillai Petta Sree Parvathi Amman Temple, Alappuzha is a vibrant and spiritually significant annual festival celebrated with deep devotion and traditional rituals. The temple comes alive with various sacred ceremonies that attract devotees from different parts of Kerala.

The festival begins on 24.04.2026 with the sacred Kalnattukarmam marking the spiritual preparation for the grand celebrations. On 26.04.2026 (Sunday), the auspicious Ayilyam Pooja is performed invoking divine blessings and prosperity for devotees.On 30.04.2026, the festival reaches an important phase with the Kappukettu Ceremony held at 10:00 AM, symbolizing divine protection. In the evening at 7:00 PM, the sacred Agnikarakam procession begins from the temple and proceeds to Sri Kamakshi Amman Temple creating a spiritually charged atmosphere.

The celebrations continue on 01.05.2026 with the powerful Shakthikarakam procession at 7:30 PM, starting from Mullakkal Ujjaini Sri Mahakali Amman Temple. The night is marked by the sacred Agnipravesham at 11:00 PM, a highly devotional ritual symbolizing divine energy. The festival concludes on 02.05.2026 at 8:00 AM with the traditional Manjal Neerattu bringing the Ammankoda Mahotsavam to a divine and peaceful end.

🏗️ Kalnattukarmam

🌿 Ayilyam Pooja

🔱 Kappukettu Ceremony

🔥 Agnikarakam Procession

🌺 Manjal Neerattu

Ammankoda Mahotsavam at Nallanpillai Petta Sree Parvathi Amman Temple Alappuzha

Ammankoda Mahotsavam Notice

📅 Ammankoda Mahotsavam 2026 Schedule

Kalnattukarmam

The sacred Ammankoda Mahotsavam 2026 at Nallanpillai Petta Sree Parvathi Amman Temple, Alappuzha begins with the traditional Kalnattukarmam, marking the ceremonial foundation for the grand festival celebrations.

Ayilyam Pooja

The auspicious Ayilyam Pooja is performed with special rituals and offerings, invoking divine blessings of the Goddess for prosperity, health, and protection of devotees.

Kappukettu Ceremony

The sacred Kappukettu Ceremony is conducted as a powerful ritual symbolizing divine protection and spiritual preparation for the main festival events.

Agnikarakam Procession

The vibrant Agnikarakam Procession begins from the temple and proceeds to the designated Amman temples, creating a spiritually charged atmosphere with devotional chants, lamps, and rituals.

Shakthikarakam & Agnipravesham

The grand Shakthikarakam Procession is followed by the sacred Agnipravesham, representing divine energy, purification, and the spiritual culmination of the festival rituals.

Festival Conclusion – Manjal Neerattu

The Ammankoda Mahotsavam concludes with the traditional Manjal Neerattu (Turmeric Bath Ritual), marking a peaceful and divine completion of the festival celebrations.

Key Highlights of Ammankoda Mahotsavam

Kalnattukarmam

The festival begins with the traditional Kalnattukarmam, marking the divine foundation of the Ammankoda Mahotsavam at Nallanpillai Petta Sree Parvathi Amman Temple.

Ayilyam Pooja Blessings

The auspicious Ayilyam Pooja is performed with devotion, invoking divine grace and protection of the Goddess for all devotees participating in the festival.

Kappukettu Ritual

The sacred Kappukettu Ceremony symbolizes spiritual protection and marks an important ritual phase of the Ammankoda Mahotsavam celebrations.

Agnikarakam Procession

The powerful Agnikarakam Procession creates a divine atmosphere with lamps, chants, and rituals as it proceeds from temple to temple.

Agnipravesham

The sacred Agnipravesham represents divine transformation and spiritual power, marking one of the most significant rituals of the festival.

Manjal Neerattu

The festival concludes with Manjal Neerattu, the sacred turmeric bath ritual symbolizing purification, peace, and divine completion.

Ammankoda Mahotsavam

Location & Access

Venue: Nallanpillai Petta Sree Parvathi Amman Temple, Alappuzha

Nearest Town: Vellakkinar

Railway: Alappuzha Railway Station (3 km)

Airport: Cochin International Airport (85 km)

Road: Well connected via NH66 and local town roads; regular KSRTC and private buses, taxis available to Nallanpillai Petta Sree Parvathi Amman Temple, Ward Rd, Vellakkinar, Alappuzha, Kerala 688001