Sabarimala Temple Prepares for Karkidakam maasa Pooja
Pathanamthitta, July 16, 2025 – The Sabarimala Shree Ayyappa Temple will open its doors today evening for the Karkidakam month pooja, a significant ritual period in the Malayalam calendar. At 5:00 PM, under the guidance of Tantri Kandararu Rajeevar & Tantri Kandararu Brahmadattan, , Head Priest Arun Kumar Namboothiri will open the sanctum sanctorum of the Sabarimala Temple and light the ceremonial lamp. Simultaneously, Vasudevan Namboothiri will open the Malikappuram Temple, performing the corresponding rituals. Following this, a sacred fire will be kindled at the Aazhi (fire pit) near the 18 holy steps.
Daily padi puja will be conducted at the 18 holy steps throughout the month. The Travancore Devaswom Board, in collaboration with the state government, has completed all necessary arrangements to ensure a seamless and comfortable experience for devotees visiting Sabarimala.The Karkidakam month puja will conclude on July 21, with the temple closing at 10:00 PM. The temple will reopen on July 29 for the Niraputhari rituals, with the main ceremony scheduled for July 30.