Ayyappa Mandala Pooja Begins

The start of the 41-day Mandala vratam leading to Sabarimala, beginning on the first day of the Malayalam month Vrischikam. Devotees wear the mala, keep austerities, and undertake the pilgrimage to Ayyappa's shrine during this period.

Also known as Mandala Kalam · Mandala Pooja Arambham · Mandalam Begins · Sabarimala Mandala Season