Kottiyoor Vaisakha Mahotsavam: Massive surge in inter-state pilgrims at Kerala temple festival

Preparations are in full swing at Kottiyoor Temple as devotees and temple authorities gear up for the first major ritual of the annual Vaisakha Mahotsavam. The Thiruvonam Aradhana, the first of four key observances during the festival, will be held on Friday.

As part of the Thiruvonam Aradhana celebrations, the traditional Ponnin Sheeveli procession and the Aradhana Sadya will take place at noon on Friday. The main Aradhana Pooja is scheduled to be conducted in the evening.