Thiruvutsavam and Prathista Varshikam 2026

Thiruvutsavam and Prathista Varshikam

The Thiruvutsavam and Prathista Varshikam at Sree Annapoorneshwari Devi Temple, Kollam, Kerala is a spiritually significant annual festival that reflects deep devotion, cultural heritage, and traditional rituals. The celebrations for the year 2026 May 15 & 16 (1201 Edavam 1 & 2) mark the divine occasion with grandeur and devotion.

This sacred festival is dedicated to Goddess Sree Annapoorneshwari, the divine mother who symbolizes nourishment, prosperity, and knowledge. Devotees gather in large numbers to participate in auspicious rituals such as Samooha Pongala, Kalashabhishekam, Ganapathi Homam and Annadanam which are considered highly sacred offerings to the deity.

The festival also features vibrant cultural and devotional events including Thalappoli Procession, traditional **classical dance performances, devotional music and the mesmerizing Aakasha Deepa Kazhcha (sky lamp display), creating a divine atmosphere throughout the temple premises. The highlight of the festival is the Prathishta Varshikam rituals, conducted under strict Tantric traditions, ensuring spiritual purity and divine blessings for devotees. The temple becomes a center of devotion, unity and cultural harmony during these two days.

🔥 Samooha Pongala

🪔 Kalashabhishekam

🍛 Annadanam

🎭 Thalappoli Procession

✨ Aakasha Deepa Kazhcha
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📅 Thiruvutsavam and Prathista Varshikam 2026 Schedule

Samooha Pongala

A sacred offering prepared by devotees as an expression of devotion to Goddess Annapoorneshwari, symbolizing abundance, nourishment, and divine grace during the festival celebrations at the temple.

Kalashabhishekam

A powerful ritual where sanctified water from decorated kalashas is used to perform abhishekam to the deity, invoking spiritual energy, purification, and divine blessings.

Ganapathi Homam

A sacred fire ritual dedicated to Lord Ganesha, performed to remove obstacles and ensure success, prosperity, and spiritual harmony during the festival period.

Annadanam

The holy practice of offering free food to devotees, representing the divine principle of sharing and the blessings of Goddess Annapoorneshwari as the provider of nourishment.

Thalappoli Procession

A traditional ceremonial procession featuring devotees carrying lamps, flowers, and offerings, symbolizing devotion, cultural heritage, and divine celebration around the temple premises.

Deepa Kazhcha

A divine display of oil lamps illuminating the temple surroundings, creating a spiritually uplifting atmosphere that signifies light, prosperity, and divine presence.

Aakasha Deepa Kazhcha

A mesmerizing sky lamp display symbolizing the offering of light to the divine, representing hope, spirituality, and celestial blessings during the festival.

Bhagavathi Seva

A devotional ritual dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathi, performed with offerings and prayers to seek protection, prosperity, and spiritual upliftment.

Classical Dance & Cultural Programs

Traditional cultural performances showcasing classical dance and devotional arts, enriching the festival with cultural heritage and artistic expression.

Parayeduppu

A traditional ritual procession where the deity’s presence is symbolically taken to nearby areas, spreading blessings, prosperity, and divine grace among devotees.

Nirapara Offering

A sacred agricultural offering symbolizing prosperity and abundance, where devotees present filled rice measures to the Goddess as a mark of gratitude and devotion.

Key Highlights of Thiruvutsavam and Prathista Varshikam 2026

Samooha Pongala

A major highlight where thousands of devotees prepare sacred offerings as a symbol of devotion to Goddess Annapoorneshwari, representing abundance and divine grace.

Kalashabhishekam

A powerful ritual abhishekam performed using sanctified water from decorated kalashas, invoking spiritual purification and divine blessings for devotees.

Annadanam

The sacred tradition of offering free food to devotees, reflecting the divine nature of Goddess Annapoorneshwari as the provider of nourishment and prosperity.

Thalappoli Procession

A vibrant traditional procession featuring lamps, flowers, and devotional offerings, symbolizing cultural heritage and divine celebration around the temple.

Aakasha Deepa Kazhcha

A mesmerizing sky lamp display that illuminates the temple atmosphere, symbolizing divine light, hope, and spiritual awakening during the festival.

Bhagavathi Seva

A sacred devotional ritual dedicated to Goddess Bhagavathi, performed to seek protection, prosperity, and divine blessings for devotees and families.

Thiruvutsavam and Prathista Varshikam

Location & Access

Venue: Sree Annapoorneshwari Devi Temple, Cherukunnam, Sooranad North, Sooranad, Kerala 690561

Nearest Town: Sooranad / Kottarakkara

Railway: Kottarakkara Railway Station (15 km)

Airport: Trivandrum International Airport (80 km)

Road: The temple is well connected via Sooranad–Kottarakkara and Sooranad–Sasthamcotta routes. Regular KSRTC and private buses operate through Sooranad and nearby junctions. Taxis and auto-rickshaws are easily available from Sooranad, Kottarakkara, and surrounding towns for convenient access to the temple.

Contact

📞 +91 79028 81696, +91 94473 05903

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