Prathishtadina Mahotsavam Pongala Nercha

The Prathishtadina Mahotsavam and Pongala Nercha at Mankuzhikkavu Bhagavathy Temple, located in Idukki, Kerala, is a deeply spiritual and culturally significant annual temple festival celebrated with devotion and traditional rituals. The festival will be held on 2026 May 15 (1201 Edavam 1), attracting devotees from nearby regions to seek blessings of Goddess Bhagavathy.

The day begins with sacred rituals such as Nirmalyam at 5:00 AM, followed by Ashtadravya Ganapathi Homam at 6:00 AM, which is believed to remove obstacles and bring prosperity. Devotees then witness the Usha Pooja, Kalasha Pooja and the divine Kalashabhishekam enhancing the spiritual energy of the temple.

One of the most important highlights of the day is the Pongala Nercha held at 9:30 AM where women devotees prepare offerings with devotion. The prepared Pongala is later submitted during the sacred Pongala Samarpanam at 11:00 AM, symbolizing faith and surrender to the Goddess. The festival concludes the morning rituals with Ucha Pooja and Prasada Oottuat 12:30 PM. In the evening, the temple reopens for Deeparadhana and closes after final rituals.

🙏 Nirmalyam

🔥 Ashtadravya Ganapathi Homam

🪔 Kalashabhishekam

🍚 Pongala Nercha

✨ Special Deeparadhana

Prathishtadina Mahotsavam Pongala Nercha Notice

📅 Prathishtadina Mahotsavam Pongala Nercha 2026 Schedule

Nirmalyam

The sacred early morning ritual marking the opening of the temple sanctum and offering prayers to Goddess Bhagavathy.

Ashtadravya Ganapathi Homam

A powerful Ganapathi Homam performed with eight sacred ingredients for prosperity, peace, and removal of obstacles.

Usha Pooja

Traditional morning pooja conducted with devotion seeking the blessings of the presiding deity.

Kalasha Pooja

Holy Kalasha Pooja performed with sanctified vessels filled with divine energy and ritual offerings.

Kalashabhishekam

Sacred abhishekam ritual using consecrated kalashas to invoke divine blessings and spiritual positivity.

Pongala Nercha

Women devotees prepare the holy Pongala offering with devotion as a symbol of faith and gratitude to Goddess Bhagavathy.

Pongala Samarpanam

The prepared Pongala offerings are ceremonially submitted to the Goddess amid prayers and sacred chants.

Ucha Pooja

The noon pooja is conducted with traditional rituals and prayers for prosperity and well-being.

Prasada Oottu

Devotees are served sacred prasadam and annadanam as part of the festival celebrations.

Special Deeparadhana

A beautiful evening lamp worship ceremony performed with traditional chants and spiritual devotion.

Nada Adakkal

The festival concludes with the final temple closing rituals and prayers to Goddess Bhagavathy.

Key Highlights of Prathishtadina Mahotsavam Pongala Nercha

Pongala Nercha

Women devotees prepare the sacred Pongala offering with devotion seeking the blessings of Goddess Bhagavathy.

Ganapathi Homam

The powerful Ashtadravya Ganapathi Homam is performed for prosperity, peace, and removal of obstacles.

Kalashabhishekam

The sacred Kalashabhishekam ritual fills the temple atmosphere with divine energy and spiritual blessings.

Traditional Temple Rituals

Special poojas including Usha Pooja and Ucha Pooja are conducted with devotion and Vedic traditions.

Prasada Oottu

Devotees are served sacred prasadam and annadanam as part of the festival’s spiritual hospitality.

Special Deeparadhana

The evening Deeparadhana ceremony creates a divine atmosphere with lamps, prayers, and devotional chants.

Prathishtadina Mahotsavam Pongala Nercha

Location & Access

Venue: Manguzhikavu Bhagavathy Temple, Idukki

Nearest Town: Kattappana

Railway: Kottayam Railway Station (110 km)

Airport: Cochin International Airport (125 km)

Road: Well connected via Kattappana – Kalliyar Road and nearby hill highways; regular KSRTC and private buses, taxis available to Mankuzhikkavu Bhagavathi Temple, Darbathotti, Kalliyar P.O., Idukki, Kerala

Contact

📞 +91 85904 75387