Kshethra Prathista

The Kshethra Prathishta at Chithirazhikathu Kavu Sree Bhadra Vanadurga Devi Temple, located in Kilimanoor, Thiruvananthapuram, is a highly sacred and spiritually uplifting event celebrated with deep devotion and traditional rituals. This auspicious festival marks the re-consecration of the deity symbolizing the renewal and strengthening of divine energy within the temple premises.

The ceremonies are conducted from 21 April 2026 to 23 April 2026, bringing together devotees, priests, and the local community in a grand spiritual gathering. The temple, dedicated to Goddess Bhadra Vanadurga Devi, is revered as a powerful center of divine protection, prosperity and blessings.

During the festival, a variety of traditional rituals such as Ganapathi Homam, Kalasha Pooja, Devi Poojas, and Vedic chanting are performed with strict adherence to ancient customs. The atmosphere is enriched with devotional music, prayers and cultural programs creating a deeply spiritual experience for all attendees.

🚩 Kodiyettu

🔥 Ganapathi Homam

🪔 Kalashabhishekam

🙏 Kshethra Prathishta

Kshethra Prathista at Chithirazhikathu Kavu Sree Bhadra Vanadurga Devi Temple

Kshethra Prathista Notice

📅 Kshethra Prathista 2026 Schedule

Kodiyettu

The sacred flag hoisting ceremony marks the beginning of the Kshethra Prathishta Mahotsavam at Chithirazhikathu Kavu Sree Bhadra Vanadurga Devi Temple, invoking divine blessings and festival commencement.

Ganapathi Homam

A powerful ritual performed to remove obstacles and ensure the smooth completion of all consecration ceremonies with divine grace.

Kalasha Pooja & Kalashabhishekam

Sacred Kalasham rituals are performed and later used for the holy abhishekam of the deity, symbolizing purification and divine energy infusion.

Vedic Chanting & Special Homams

Continuous Vedic recitations and fire rituals are conducted by priests to sanctify the temple atmosphere and invoke spiritual vibrations.

Kshethra Prathishta

The most important ritual where the deity is ceremonially reinstalled in the sanctum, re-establishing divine presence with traditional tantric and Vedic practices.

Annadanam & Devotee Participation

Devotees are served sacred meals and actively participate in prayers, offerings, and temple rituals, promoting unity and devotion.

Key Highlights of Kshethra Prathista

Kodiyettu Ceremony

The sacred flag hoisting ritual marking the beginning of the Kshethra Prathishta Mahotsavam with divine blessings.

Ganapathi Homam

A powerful fire ritual performed to remove obstacles and ensure auspicious completion of all temple ceremonies.

Kalashabhishekam

The sacred ritual bathing of the deity using sanctified water-filled kalashams, symbolizing divine purification.

Devi Poojas

Special devotional rituals dedicated to Goddess Vanadurga Devi invoking protection, prosperity, and blessings.

Kshethra Prathishta

The most sacred ceremony of re-consecration of the deity, restoring divine presence in the temple sanctum.

Annadanam

A sacred community feast offered to devotees as part of divine service and spiritual sharing during the festival.

Kshethra Prathista

Location & Access

Venue: Chithirazhikathu Kavu Sree Bhadra Vanadurga Devi Temple, Trivandrum

Nearest Town: Kilimanoor (2 km)

Railway: Varkala Sivagiri Railway Station (18 km)

Airport: Trivandrum International Airport (35 km)

Road: Well connected via SH 46 (Kilimanoor–Attingal Road) with regular KSRTC and private buses, taxis and auto services available to Chithirazhikathu Kavu Vanadurga Devi Temple – SH 46, Kilimanoor, Kerala 695601