Rohini Mahotsavam

Rohini Mahotsavam at the sacred Vilayil Thekkathil Sree Bala Bhadra Devi Temple in Thiruvananthapuram is a deeply revered annual festival celebrated at March that reflects the rich spiritual heritage and traditional culture of Kerala. Dedicated to Goddess Bala Bhadra Devi, the festival is a divine occasion where devotees gather in large numbers to seek blessings, peace and prosperity.

This sacred celebration is marked by elaborate tantric rituals, special poojas, and powerful homams such as Ganapathi Homam, Mrityunjaya Homam, and other traditional offerings performed under strict Vedic customs. The temple environment becomes highly spiritual, filled with devotional chants, lamp-lit rituals and continuous prayers that create a divine atmosphere.

A key highlight of the festival is the performance of traditional arts like Thottam Pattu, Devi Mahatmya recitations, and various classical and folk cultural programs that showcase Kerala’s artistic heritage. The festival also includes community offerings such as annadanam, where devotees are served sacred meals with devotion and unity.

🌟 Rohini Darshan

🔥 Ganapathi Homam & Mrityunjaya Homam

🎶 Thottam Pattu & Devi Mahatmya Recital

🪔 Deeparadhana & Procession

Vilayil Thekkathil Sree Bala Bhadra Devi Temple

📅 Rohini Mahotsavam 2026 Schedule

Temple Opening & Palliunarthal

The festival begins with sacred temple awakening rituals followed by Nirmalyam and traditional Abhishekam, marking the divine start of Rohini Mahotsavam.

Ganapathi Homam

A sacred fire ritual performed to invoke Lord Ganesha’s blessings for removing obstacles and ensuring an auspicious beginning of all festival activities.

Devi Mahatmya Recital & Thottam Pattu

Devotional chanting and traditional ritual songs dedicated to Goddess Bala Bhadra Devi, filling the temple with divine vibrations and spiritual energy.

Sarvaiswarya Pooja & Special Offerings

Special poojas conducted for prosperity, health, and well-being of devotees, along with various sacred offerings performed in the temple.

Deeparadhana & Procession

Evening rituals with oil lamps, divine worship, and ceremonial procession of the deity accompanied by traditional temple music and chants.

Cultural Programs & Folk Arts

Traditional Kerala art forms like Kaikottikali, Thiruvathira, dance performances, and musical events showcasing rich cultural heritage.

Annadanam

A sacred community dining event where thousands of devotees are served prasadam as part of temple tradition and unity.

Kalasha Procession & Ritual Finale

A grand concluding ceremony featuring Kalasha procession, Thalappoli, Kuthiyottam, and final rituals symbolizing divine completion of the festival.

Fireworks & Musical Night

The festival concludes with spectacular fireworks display and devotional musical performances creating a vibrant spiritual atmosphere.

Key Highlights of Rohini Mahotsavam

Sacred Temple Opening Rituals

The festival begins with traditional Palliunarthal, Nirmalyam, and divine Abhishekam rituals that awaken the deity and set a spiritual tone for Rohini Mahotsavam.

Ganapathi & Special Homams

Powerful fire rituals like Ganapathi Homam and other Vedic homams are performed to remove obstacles and invite prosperity and divine blessings.

Devi Mahatmya & Thottam Pattu

Devotional chanting of Devi Mahatmya and traditional Thottam Pattu fills the temple with spiritual vibrations and divine energy.

Sarvaiswarya Pooja

A powerful special pooja performed for prosperity, health and well being of devotees and their families during the festival period.

Deeparadhana & Procession

Evening Deeparadhana with oil lamps followed by grand Ezhunnallippu accompanied by traditional music and chants.

Kalasha Procession

A grand spiritual procession carrying sacred Kalasha Kumbhas with Thalappoli, Shinkarimelam, and traditional temple rituals.

Rohini Mahotsavam

Location & Access

Venue: Vilayil Thekkathil Sree Bala Bhadra Devi Temple, Trivandrum

Nearest Village: Nangeli Village, Korani

Railway: Varkala Sivagiri Railway Station (12 km)

Airport: Trivandrum International Airport (35 km)

Road: Well connected via Korani–Varkala road and nearby routes through Attingal and Varkala; regular KSRTC and private buses, taxis, and auto services available to Vilayil Thekkathil Sree Balabhadra Devi Temple, Nangeli Village, Korani, Thiruvananthapuram District, Kerala