Perutukavil Pongala

Perutukavil Pongala

The Perutukavil Pongala at Sree Durga Bhadra Devi Temple in Kollam, Kerala is a vibrant and spiritually significant festival celebrated with great devotion by devotees, especially women. This annual festival takes place on Thiruvathira day, 22 April 2026 (1201 Medam 09, Wednesday) attracting thousands of pilgrims from across the region. The main ritual of the festival, known as Pongala, involves preparing a sweet offering made of rice, jaggery, coconut, and other ingredients in clay pots, which is then offered to the goddess Durga Bhadra Devi to seek her blessings for prosperity, health and protection.

The festival is marked by a colorful congregation of devotees who gather around the temple premises, creating a mesmerizing scene of faith, devotion, and community spirit. Traditional music, chants, and ceremonial customs accompany the Pongala offering, enhancing the sacred atmosphere of the event. This festival not only holds religious importance but also reflects the rich cultural heritage of Kerala and the devotion of its people. Visiting the temple during this festival is considered highly auspicious.

🕉️ Perutukavil Pongala Offering

🎶 Traditional Music

💐 Floral Decorations

🔥 Lighting of Sacred Lamps
Perutukavil Pongala at Sree Durga Bhadra Devi Temple
Perutukavil Pongala Notice

📅 Perutukavil Pongala 2026 Schedule

Morning Preparations

Early morning rituals begin with cleaning and decorating the temple premises in preparation for the festival.

Lighting of Sacred Lamps

The temple lights sacred lamps to invoke the blessings of Goddess Durga Bhadra Devi and mark the auspicious beginning of the festival.

Perutukavil Pongala Ritual Offering

Devotees, especially women, offer sweet rice pudding (Pongala) to the goddess as a sign of devotion and to seek prosperity and protection.

Traditional Music and Chanting

Devotional songs, bhajans, and chants fill the temple premises, creating a spiritual and festive atmosphere.

Cultural Performances

The temple hosts cultural programs and performances reflecting Kerala’s traditional arts, enhancing the community celebration.

Evening Procession

The festival concludes with a grand procession where devotees carry offerings to the goddess, accompanied by traditional instruments and chants.

Key Highlights of Perutukavil Pongala

Sacred Perutukavil Pongala

The central ritual where devotees offer sweet rice pudding and prayers to Goddess Durga Bhadra Devi seeking blessings and prosperity.

Lighting of Sacred Lamps

Sacred lamps are lit across the temple premises, symbolizing divine presence and the auspicious start of the festival.

Devotional Music & Chanting

Bhajans, chants, and traditional music fill the atmosphere, creating a spiritual and festive ambiance for devotees.

Cultural Performances

Traditional dance and music performances reflect Kerala's rich cultural heritage and enhance the celebratory spirit.

Community Gathering

Thousands of devotees come together, fostering devotion, unity, and shared celebration during the festival.

Evening Procession

The festival concludes with a grand procession of devotees carrying offerings to the goddess, accompanied by traditional instruments and chants.

Perutukavil Pongala

Location & Access

Venue: Sree Durga Bhadra Devi Temple, Kadakkal Altharamoodu, Kadakkal, Kerala 691536

Nearest Town: Kadakkal (2 km)

Railway: Kollam Railway Station (35 km)

Airport: Trivandrum International Airport (85 km)

Road: Easily accessible via SH 59 and local roads; frequent bus and taxi services available from Kadakkal and Kollam

Sree Durga Bhadra Devi Temple Kollam Images