Archive · 19 Dec 2025
Nilgiri Garden Celebrates 33rd Mandala Puja Mahotsav
The Nilgiri Garden Ayyappa Seva Samiti in Mumbai is celebrating its 33rd Mandala Puja Mahotsav on 19 and 20 December.
This is a special two-day event with many religious activities.
On the first day, there will be a Ganapathy homam and Bhagavathy Seva.
The next day includes more rituals like Usha Puja, Laksharchana, and a big procession with Lord Ayyappa in a decorated chariot.
The Mandala Puja is a 41-day period where devotees follow strict rules like fasting and special prayers.
It ends with a big celebration and a feast for everyone.
This event is happening in Mumbai, but similar celebrations are also happening in other places to honor Lord Ayyappa.
The Nilgiri Garden Ayyappa Seva Samiti is celebrating its 33rd Mandala Puja Mahotsav on 19 and 20 December in CBD Belapur, Mumbai.
Day one includes Ganapathy homam, Narayaneeya Parayanam, and Bhagavathy Seva.
Day two features Usha Puja, Laksharchana, Uccha Puja, and a procession with Lord Ayyappa in a decorated chariot.
The event concludes with Thalapoli Chenda Melam, Maha Deeparardhana, and Mahaprasadam distribution.
The Mandala Puja is a 41-day period of austerity and devotion observed by devotees, culminating in the main celebration.
- Who
- Nilgiri Garden Ayyappa Seva Samiti and devotees
- What
- 33rd Mandala Puja Mahotsav celebration
- When
- 19 and 20 December
- Where
- CBD Belapur, Mumbai
- Why
- To honor Lord Ayyappa and conclude the 41-day period of austerity and devotion
- Event
- 33rd Mandala Puja Mahotsav
- Date
- 19 and 20 December
- Location
- CBD Belapur, Mumbai
- Organizer
- Nilgiri Garden Ayyappa Seva Samiti
- Key Rituals
- Ganapathy Homam, Bhagavathy Seva, Para Nirakkal, Thalapoli Chenda Melam, Maha Deeparardhana, Mahaprasadam distribution