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Festival updates, temple announcements and stories from Kerala's sacred places — gathered from trusted publications and published by temples themselves.
Kerala temple tourism sees record footfall this season
Temple towns across the state are reporting a strong rise in pilgrim numbers, with weekend footfall up sharply in Thrissur, Pathanamthitta and Kasaragod.
Nekraje tharavadu madam: annadanam trust expands free meals
The temple trust has expanded its annadanam programme, serving free meals to more pilgrims on festival and weekend days.
Athiyadavan Tharavad: kodiyettam marks the start of the festival
The ceremonial flag hoisting marked the beginning of the festival, followed by traditional percussion ensembles and processions.
sree narayana guru mandiram: Mandala season special poojas begin
Special poojas and deeparadhana timings have been revised for the Mandala season, with additional darshan slots through the day.
Temple committees asked to publish festival calendars early
Committees have been asked to publish festival calendars well in advance so that pilgrims and tour operators can plan visits.
Devaswom boards announce new darshan booking rules
New booking rules aim to make darshan smoother during festival days, with time slots available online and at counters.
Moodayil Sreekrishnaswamy Temple: special arrangements for Ekadasi darshan
The temple has announced special arrangements for Ekadasi darshan, including extra counters and extended timings.
Thumpara Devi Temple: heritage award for conservation work
The temple's restoration work has been recognised with a heritage conservation award for traditional craftsmanship.
Vettuvelil Sree Bhadra Durgadevi Temple: sreekovil renovation enters final phase
The renovation of the sanctum and the surrounding mandapam is in its final phase, with traditional craftsmen completing the woodwork.
Free bus services announced for pilgrims during Mandala season
State transport will run additional services to major temples during the Mandala season, including early-morning departures.
Kalkkulathukavu Devi Temple: Pongala arrangements finalised
Authorities have completed arrangements for the Pongala offering, including water supply, temporary hearths and medical support.
Chirukandath Temple: sreekovil renovation enters final phase
The renovation of the sanctum and the surrounding mandapam is in its final phase, with traditional craftsmen completing the woodwork.