Pongala Mahotsavam

The Pongala Mahotsavam at Kattunada Sree Bhadrakali Temple, located in Mangalakkonam, Trivandrum is a highly revered annual festival celebrated with deep devotion and spiritual fervor. In 2026, the sacred festival will be observed on 10 April 2026 attracting thousands of devotees from nearby regions and beyond.

The highlight of the festival is the sacred Pongala ritual, where women devotees prepare offerings to the Goddess Bhadrakali Devi with utmost devotion. The Pongala begins in the morning at 8:45 AM, filling the temple surroundings with divine chants, traditional rituals, and devotional songs. The preparation of Pongala is considered highly auspicious symbolizing purity, faith and surrender to the Goddess.

By 12:20 PM, the prepared Pongala is offered as Nivedyam to the deity, marking the completion of the sacred ritual. The temple atmosphere becomes spiritually vibrant with prayers, lamp lighting, and offerings. Devotees believe that participating in this festival brings prosperity, health, and divine blessings.

🌟 Pongala Ritual Begins

🔥 Pongala Offering

🙏 Special Bhadrakali Devi Pooja

🍚 Pongala Nivedyam

Pongala Mahotsavam at Kattunada Sree Bhadrakali Temple

Pongala Mahotsavam Notice

📅 Pongala Mahotsavam 2026 Schedule

Festival Flag Hoisting

The sacred flag hoisting ceremony marks the beginning of the Pongala Mahotsavam 2026 at Kattunada Sree Bhadrakali Temple, invoking divine blessings.

Morning Pongala Preparation

Devotees gather early morning to prepare the sacred Pongala offering with devotion and purity in honor of Goddess Bhadrakali.

Pongala Ritual Begins (8:45 AM)

The main Pongala ritual begins at 8:45 AM, with thousands of women devotees offering prayers and cooking sacred offerings.

Special Bhadrakali Devi Pooja

Special poojas and rituals are performed to seek the blessings of Goddess Bhadrakali for prosperity, health, and well-being.

Pongala Nivedyam (12:20 PM)

The prepared Pongala is offered as Nivedyam to the deity, marking the completion of the sacred ritual and receiving divine blessings.

Key Highlights of Pongala Mahotsavam

Pongala Mahotsavam 2026

The sacred Pongala Mahotsavam at Kattunada Sree Bhadrakali Temple is celebrated on 10 April 2026 with great devotion and spiritual significance.

Devotee Participation

Thousands of devotees gather at Mangalakkonam, Trivandrum to offer prayers and prepare sacred Pongala to Goddess Bhadrakali Devi.

Pongala Ritual Timing

The sacred Pongala begins at 8:45 AM and concludes with Nivedyam at 12:20 PM, marking divine completion of the ritual.

Bhadrakali Devi Blessings

Special poojas and rituals are performed to seek the blessings of Goddess Bhadrakali for prosperity, health, and protection.

Spiritual & Cultural Harmony

The festival strengthens spiritual unity and cultural tradition, making the Pongala Mahotsavam a divine community celebration.

Pongala Mahotsavam

Location & Access

Venue: Kattunada Sree Bhadrakali Temple, Trivandrum

Nearest Town: Balaramapuram (5 km)

Railway: Thiruvananthapuram Central Railway Station (15 km)

Airport: Trivandrum International Airport (18 km)

Road: Well connected via Mangalathukonam - Peringammala Road, Balaramapuram, Venganoor routes. Regular KSRTC and private buses, taxis, and auto services are available to reach Kattunada Sree Bhadrakali Temple, Mangalathukonam, Balaramapuram, Venganoor, Kerala 695501.