Ashtamangala Prashnam 2026

Ashtamangala Prashnam

The Ashtamangala Prashnam 2026 will be conducted at the Kokkur Sree Maha Vishnu Temple in Malappuram, Kerala on April 2 and 3, 2026 (Thursday and Friday) corresponding to 1201 Meenam 19 and 20. This auspicious ritual is a traditional Hindu astrological ceremony performed to identify and address spiritual, material and environmental imbalances affecting the temple and its devotees.

The festival will take place under the presence of the Tantri, the Temple Elders, and Alshanti, with Vattamkulam Suresh Kumar Panicker leading the main rituals. Devotees from across the region are encouraged to participate in this sacred event to receive blessings and guidance for the coming year. The Kokkur Sree Maha Vishnu Temple is renowned for its vibrant religious traditions and well-organized festivals. The Ashtamangala Prashnam provides devotees a unique opportunity to experience the temple’s spiritual energy while actively engaging in its sacred rituals. All devotees are requested to attend and take part in the ceremonies.

🔥 Yajna Pooja

🕉️ Nadathurakkal

🌿 Alshanti Pooja

📿 Main Prashnam Ceremony
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Ashtamangala Prashnam Notice

📅 Ashtamangala Prashnam 2026 Schedule

Kalamezhuthu

Sacred floor drawing of Lord Vishnu is performed, marking spiritual preparation for the main rituals.

Invocation & Astrological Preparatory Rituals

Tantri and temple elders perform rituals to align cosmic energies for the Ashtamangala Prashnam.

Homam & Vedic Chanting

Sacred fire rituals and Vedic chants are conducted to invoke divine blessings.

Alshanti Pooja

Rituals performed to remove obstacles and ensure spiritual harmony for the devotees and temple premises.

Temple Opening & Morning Rituals

Devotees attend early morning poojas as the temple opens for the second day of Ashtamangala Prashnam.

Main Prashnam Ceremony

Led by Vattamkulam Suresh Kumar Panicker under the guidance of Tantri and temple elders, the main astrological rituals are performed.

Devotee Participation & Offerings

All devotees are invited to participate in prayers, offerings, and chanting for blessings and prosperity.

Concluding Rites

Final rituals of Ashtamangala Prashnam are performed, concluding the spiritual ceremonies of the festival.

Deeparadhana & Closing

The festival concludes with evening aarti, final blessings, and closing of the temple for the event.

Key Highlights of Ashtamangala Prashnam

Kalamezhuthu

Traditional sacred floor drawing of Lord Vishnu performed to spiritually prepare the temple for the main rituals.

Yajna Pooja

Sacred fire rituals conducted by the Tantri and priests to invoke divine blessings and cosmic harmony.

Alshanti Pooja

Rituals performed to remove obstacles and ensure spiritual balance for the devotees and temple premises.

Main Prashnam Ceremony

Astrological rituals led by Vattamkulam Suresh Kumar Panicker with the guidance of temple elders and Tantri.

Devotional Chanting & Offerings

Hymns, mantras, and offerings performed to honor Sree Maha Vishnu and seek blessings for devotees.

Deeparadhana

The festival concludes with evening aarti and final blessings, symbolizing the completion of the sacred ceremonies.

Ashtamangala Prashnam

Location & Access

Venue: Kokkur Sree Maha Vishnu Temple, Malappuram

Nearest Town: Kokkur (1 km)

Railway: Shoranur Junction Railway Station (25 km)

Airport: Calicut International Airport (75 km)

Road: Well connected via NH 66 and local state highways; regular KSRTC and private buses, taxis available to Kokkur Sree Maha Vishnu Kshethram, Kokkur, Kerala 679591

Kokkur Sree Maha Vishnu Temple Malappuram Images