Thiruvananthapuram: In a historic and spiritually significant event, the Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Kerala is set to host the Maha Kumbhabhishekam (Grand Consecration) on June 8, 2025 — a rare Vedic ritual returning after a staggering 270 years.
The centuries-old temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu reclining on the serpent Anantha, is one of India’s most revered and wealthiest shrines. The upcoming ritual is aimed at reinvigorating the temple’s divine sanctity and spiritual energy, following years of meticulous renovations supervised by a Supreme Court-appointed panel.
Preparations are already underway, with a series of elaborate Vedic ceremonies — including Acharya Varanam (priest invitation), Prasada Shuddhi (purification), Dhara, and Kalasam — being held ahead of the main event. The Kumbhabhishekam will mark the consecration of newly constructed ‘thazhikakudams’ (sacred golden domes), the reinstallation of the Vishwaksena idol, and the Ashtabandha Kalasam ritual at the Thiruvambady Sree Krishna shrine inside the complex.
This grand ritual hasn’t taken place for nearly three centuries — making it a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for devotees. Temple authorities emphasize its unparalleled spiritual and cultural significance, noting that such an event is not expected again for generations to come.
Thousands of devotees from across India and around the world are expected to gather in Thiruvananthapuram to witness the sacred event. The temple, which lends its name to the city itself, remains a powerful symbol of Kerala’s heritage and India’s timeless spiritual traditions.
