Ayilyam Nakshatra in Kanni Masam is of great significance at
Pazhavangadi Ganapathy Temple, which has a place designated for Nagas or
Serpents. On this day, special rituals and pujas dedicated to Nagaraja and
Nagayakshi are performed. The shrine is located at East Fort in Trivandrum. Pazhavangadi
Ganapathy Temple Ayilyam festival 2025 date is on October 16.
The offerings made on the day include Noorum Palum and
Kadalipazham.
It is considered highly auspicious to offer prayers to Nagas
or Snakes on the day. It is believed that people get relief from Naga Doshas by
performing pujas on the day.
Thousands of devotees arrive from various parts of Trivandrum
to offer prayers at the temple.