The primary deity of the temple is Goddess Bhadrakali, a fierce form of the Divine Mother representing protection and victory over evil forces. Devotees worship Bhadrakali seeking protection, courage, and blessings for their well-being.
In addition to Goddess Bhadrakali, the temple also houses shrines dedicated to the Navagrahas, which include the nine celestial bodies: Surya (Sun), Chandra (Moon), Mangal (Mars), Budha (Mercury), Guru (Jupiter), Shukra (Venus), Shani (Saturn), Rahu (North Lunar Node), and Ketu (South Lunar Node). Devotees offer prayers to the Navagrahas seeking relief from planetary afflictions and blessings for prosperity and harmony in life.
Festivals
The Temple has a number of festivals. The important ones are :
Navagraha Pooja
Navagraha Pooja is a Hindu ritual performed to appease the nine celestial bodies known as the Navagrahas, which include the Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Rahu, and Ketu.
Meenabharani Maholsavam
Meenabharani Maholsavam is an annual festival celebrated with fervor in Kerala, particularly in the region of Central Travancore. It is dedicated to the goddess Bhadrakali and is observed during the Malayalam month of Meenam.
Contact Address: Kokkattu Sreebhadrakali Navagraha Temple, Padanilam, Alappuzha
