Punahprathista Varshikam and Samooha Pongala 2026

Punahprathista Varshikam and Samooha Pongala

The sacred Punahprathista Varshikam and Samooha Pongala 2026 at Uliyakovil Sree Durga Bhagavathi Temple, Kollam is one of the spiritually significant temple celebrations dedicated to Goddess Durga and Bhadradevi in Kerala. The grand festival begins on 19 May 2026 with the auspicious Punahprathista Anniversary and the devotional Samooha Pongala, where hundreds of devotees gather at the temple premises to offer Pongala seeking prosperity, protection, and divine blessings. Special rituals including Kalasha Pooja, Kalashabhishekam, Ganapathi Homam and Deeparadhana are conducted under the guidance of the temple Thantri.

The celebrations continue from 20 May 2026 to 29 May 2026 with the sacred Sree Bhadradevi Thottampattu Utsavam and the powerful Maha Kuruthi Pooja. The ten-day festival includes traditional Thottampattu rituals, devotional music programs, dance performances, bhajans, Devi Kalyanam, Annadanam, Thalappoli procession, and cultural events attended by devotees from different parts of Kerala. The festival concludes on 29 May 2026 with the highly revered Maha Kuruthi Pooja, a major ritual performed for protection, prosperity, and the removal of negative energies. The vibrant atmosphere, spiritual traditions and devotional participation make this festival a prominent event among Kerala Temple Festivals 2026.

🔥 Samooha Pongala

🪔 Kalashabhishekam

🎶 Sree Bhadradevi Thottampattu Utsavam

💃 Cultural Programs & Devi Kalyanam

🕯️ Maha Kuruthi Pooja
Punahprathista Varshikam and Samooha Pongala
Punahprathista Varshikam and Samooha Pongala Notice

📅 Punahprathista Varshikam and Samooha Pongala 2026 Schedule

Nirmalyam

The auspicious opening ritual of the temple conducted in the early hours, marking the beginning of the sacred Punahprathista Varshikam and festival ceremonies with divine blessings from Sree Durga Bhagavathy.

Abhishekam

A holy ceremonial bathing of the deity with sacred offerings and prayers performed to invoke prosperity, protection, and spiritual purification during the temple festival.

Ganapathi Homam

A powerful fire ritual dedicated to Lord Ganesha conducted for removing obstacles and ensuring the successful completion of all festival rituals and celebrations.

Samooha Pongala

Hundreds of women devotees participate in the sacred Pongala offering by preparing devotional offerings to Goddess Durga seeking blessings for peace, prosperity, and family well-being.

Kalasha Pooja

Special poojas performed to sanctify the sacred kalashams with Vedic rituals and devotional chanting under the guidance of the temple Thantri.

Kalashabhishekam

A spiritually significant ritual where holy water from the kalashams is ceremonially offered to the deity for divine grace, prosperity, and protection.

Special Deeparadhana

Devotional lamp worship offered to the Goddess with traditional rituals and prayers creating a divine atmosphere inside the temple premises.

Athazha Pooja

An important night pooja performed with sacred offerings and devotional rituals as part of the daily temple festival ceremonies.

Sree Bhadradevi Thottampattu

A traditional ritual art performance dedicated to Bhadradevi featuring sacred songs and ceremonial worship conducted with great devotion during the festival days.

Kadalaprasadam Distribution

Sacred prasadam is distributed among devotees as part of the spiritual offerings during the temple festival celebrations.

Kaikottikali

A traditional Kerala devotional dance performance presented by women artists as part of the cultural celebrations of the temple festival.

Sangeetharchana

A devotional musical offering presented by artists and devotees in praise of the Goddess with spiritual songs and bhajans.

Aishwarya Deepa Durga Pooja

A special pooja performed with sacred lamps seeking prosperity, happiness, health, and divine blessings from Goddess Durga.

Annadanam

A sacred charitable offering of food served to devotees and visitors symbolizing devotion, sharing, and divine grace during the festival.

Bhakthi Ganamela

A devotional musical program featuring spiritual songs dedicated to the Goddess creating a vibrant devotional atmosphere for devotees.

Dance Performances

Classical and devotional dance programs performed by cultural groups and dance schools as part of the temple festival celebrations.

Thiruvathira

A traditional Kerala dance form performed with devotional spirit and cultural elegance during the auspicious temple festival days.

Devi Kalyanam

A sacred ceremonial wedding ritual of the Goddess performed with traditional offerings, devotional chants, and special poojas.

Palpayasam Distribution

Sweet milk payasam prasadam distributed to devotees after the Devi Kalyanam ceremony as a symbol of divine blessings and prosperity.

Bhajans

Devotional bhajan performances conducted with spiritual songs and prayers praising the divine power of Goddess Bhadradevi.

Pullankuzhal Nadarchana

A devotional flute recital presented as a musical offering to the Goddess creating a serene and spiritually uplifting atmosphere.

Kalamezhuthum Pattum

A sacred Kerala ritual art involving colorful floor drawings of the deity accompanied by traditional devotional songs and rituals.

Thalappoli Procession

A grand devotional procession where devotees carry traditional thalams and lamps accompanied by music, prayers, and cultural fervor.

Maha Kuruthi Pooja

A powerful concluding ritual dedicated to Bhadradevi performed for protection, prosperity, removal of negative energies, and divine blessings.

Prasadam Distribution & Nada Adappu

The festival concludes with sacred prasadam distribution followed by the ceremonial closing of the temple sanctum after the final poojas.

Key Highlights of Punahprathista Varshikam and Samooha Pongala 2026

Samooha Pongala

The sacred Samooha Pongala ceremony brings together hundreds of devotees who offer Pongala to Goddess Durga seeking prosperity, peace, and divine blessings.

Punahprathista Varshikam

The annual re-consecration celebration of Uliyakovil Sree Durga Bhagavathi Temple is conducted with sacred rituals, special poojas, and devotional ceremonies.

Sree Bhadradevi Thottampattu

The traditional Thottampattu ritual dedicated to Bhadradevi is performed with sacred songs, spiritual offerings, and ancient devotional customs.

Aishwarya Deepa Durga Pooja

A spiritually significant lamp pooja performed for wealth, happiness, health, and family prosperity during the grand temple festival celebrations.

Thalappoli Procession

The vibrant Thalappoli procession features devotees carrying traditional lamps and thalams accompanied by devotional music and cultural fervor.

Maha Kuruthi Pooja

The grand Maha Kuruthi Pooja concludes the festival with powerful rituals dedicated to Bhadradevi for protection, spiritual strength, and divine grace.

Punahprathista Varshikam and Samooha Pongala

Location & Access

Venue: Uliyakovil Sree Durga Bhagavathi Temple, Uliyakovil Rd, Uliyakovil West, Uliyakovil, Kollam, Kerala 691019

Nearest Town: Kollam Town

Railway: Kollam Junction Railway Station (5 km)

Airport: Trivandrum International Airport (72 km)

Road: The temple is easily accessible via Uliyakovil Road and is well connected through major Kollam city routes. Regular KSRTC buses, private buses, taxis, and auto-rickshaws are available from Kollam Junction, Chinnakada, Kadappakada, and nearby areas for convenient access to the temple.

Contact

📞 +91 94463 51211, +91 98957 86307, +91 99471 23743

Punahprathista Varshikam and Samooha Pongala - Uliyakovil Sree Durga Bhagavathi Temple Kollam Notices