Narasimha Jayanthi Agosham

Narasimha Jayanthi Agosham at Kozha Sree Narasimha Swami Temple, Kottayam, Kerala is a highly revered annual festival celebrated with great devotion and spiritual grandeur. In the year 2026, the festival will be observed from April 19 to April 30, bringing together thousands of devotees from different parts of Kerala and beyond.

The festival at Kozha Sree Narasimha Swami Temple is dedicated to Lord Narasimha, the fierce yet compassionate incarnation of Lord Vishnu. During these auspicious days, the temple becomes a center of intense spiritual activities including Dashavatara Chandanam, Lakshmi Narasimha Pooja, Murajapam, special abhishekams, and elaborate rituals performed with traditional Vedic chants. One of the main highlights is the grand Annadanam where thousands of devotees receive prasadam.

Cultural programs such as classical dance, music concerts, devotional performances, and traditional art forms add to the festive atmosphere. The entire celebration reflects deep faith, devotion and cultural heritage of Kerala temple traditions.

🛕 Dashavatara Chandanam Ritual

🙏 Lakshmi Narasimha Pooja

📿 Murajapam & Vedic Chanting

Narasimha Jayanthi Agosham Notice

📅 Narasimha Jayanthi Agosham 2026 Schedule

Festival Inauguration & Temple Awakening

The festival begins with Nirmalya Darshan, Ganapathi Homam, and official inauguration ceremonies.

Daily Rituals & Morning Poojas

Every day includes Ashtadravya Ganapathi Homam, Narayaneeyam recitation, Prasanna Pooja, and temple closing rituals.

Dashavatara Chandanam & Avatara Darshan

Special Dashavatara Chandanam ritual with daily avatar darshan such as Matsya, Koorma, Varaha, Narasimha, Vamana, Parashurama, Rama, Krishna, Balarama, and Kalki.

Cultural Programs & Classical Arts

Traditional art forms, classical dances, music concerts, Veena recitals, Thiruvathira, Kaikottikali, and Ottanthullal performances are held every evening.

Narasimha Jayanthi Day Celebration

The final day features Lakshmi Narasimha Pooja, Pancharatna Keerthanam, Manasa Japa Lahari, Panchavadyam, and grand Annadanam (feast) for thousands of devotees.

Annadanam & Devotee Feast

A grand free feast is offered to all devotees as divine prasadam, marking the culmination of the festival.

Evening Deeparadhana & Closing Rituals

Chuttuvilakku, special Deeparadhana, and concluding devotional programs mark the spiritual completion of the festival.

Key Highlights of Narasimha Jayanthi Agosham

Dashavatara Chandanam Ritual

Special sandalwood decoration of Lord Narasimha through the Dashavatara Chandanam representing divine incarnations.

Lakshmi Narasimha Pooja

Powerful rituals performed for blessings of wealth, protection, and prosperity from Lord Narasimha and Goddess Lakshmi.

Murajapam & Vedic Chanting

Continuous chanting of sacred hymns like Narayaneeyam and Vedic mantras creating a divine spiritual atmosphere.

Cultural & Classical Programs

Traditional performances including dance, music, Thiruvathira, Kaikottikali, and classical concerts every evening.

Grand Annadanam

Massive devotee feast (Annadanam) served to thousands as divine prasadam during the festival days.

Deepaaradhana & Chuttuvilakku

Evening rituals with glowing lamps, Deepaaradhana, and sacred Chuttuvilakku creating a divine ambiance.

Narasimha Jayanthi Agosham

Location & Access

Nearest Town: Kuravilangad (1 km)

Railway: Kottayam Railway Station (15 km)

Airport: Cochin International Airport (75 km)

Road: Well connected via Kuravilangad–Ettumanoor Road and nearby local routes; regular KSRTC and private buses, taxis available to Kozha Sree Narasimha Swami Temple – Kuravilangad, Kottayam, Kerala 686633