Tiruchendur Soorasamharam 2026: Grand Kanda Sashti Festival to Be Held on November 15

The famous Soorasamharam festival at the Arulmigu Subramaniya Swamy Temple in Tiruchendur will take place on Sunday, November 15, marking the grand finale of the annual Kanda Sashti celebrations. Thousands of devotees from Tamil Nadu, other states and overseas are visiting the temple to observe the festival and undertake religious fasting.

Kanda Sashti Festival Began on November 10

The six-day Kanda Sashti festival at the renowned Tiruchendur Subramaniya Swamy Temple began on November 10, 2026. Special rituals, abhishekams and religious ceremonies have been organised as part of the annual celebrations.

On Friday, November 13, the fourth day of the festival, the temple doors opened at 3 am. The day began with Viswaroopa Deeparadhana and Udaya Marthanda Abhishekam.

Following the morning rituals, Lord Jayanthinathar, accompanied by Goddess Valli and Goddess Deivanai, was brought to the Yagasalai. Sacred pots were placed as part of the traditional ceremonies, followed by special abhishekam and alankaram for the deity.

Lord Jayanthinathar Takes a Golden Chariot Procession

At noon, the Uchikala Abhishekam and Deeparadhana were performed for the presiding deity. A Maha Deeparadhana was subsequently conducted at the Yagasalai.

Lord Jayanthinathar then appeared with Goddess Valli and Goddess Deivanai on a golden chappiram and proceeded through the temple corridor towards the Shanmuga Vilasa Mandapam.

In the evening, special abhishekam and alankaram were performed at the Thiruvavaduthurai Adheenam Sashti Mandapam. The deity later went around the Giriveedhi in a golden chariot, blessing devotees gathered for the celebrations.

Similar religious ceremonies were scheduled for Saturday, November 14, the fifth day of the festival.

Soorasamharam Scheduled for November 15

The highlight of the Kanda Sashti festival, Soorasamharam, will be held at 4 pm on Sunday, November 15, at the temple seashore in Tiruchendur.

The traditional event commemorates Lord Murugan`s victory over the demon Surapadman and holds immense religious significance for devotees. It is one of the most anticipated occasions in the temple`s annual festival calendar.

Devotees from different parts of Tamil Nadu, other Indian states and foreign countries have arrived at Tiruchendur to participate in the celebrations and observe the Kanda Sashti fasting rituals.

Special Transport and Extensive Safety Arrangements

Considering the expected gathering, special buses are being operated to Tiruchendur for the Soorasamharam festival.

Medical teams have been kept ready within the temple premises. A fire and rescue vehicle, accompanied by personnel, has been stationed at the Nazhikkinaru bus stop. A 108 emergency ambulance is also available.

Police personnel are monitoring the e temple premises and seashore using surveillance cameras and elevated watchtowers. Coast Guard personnel are carrying out security operations along the shoreline with rescue boats on standby.

More Than 4,100 Police Personnel Deployed

A total of 4,100 police personnel are engaged in security arrangements under the leadership of Thoothukudi District Superintendent of Police R. Sivaprasad. Tiruchendur Deputy Superintendent of Police Maheshkumar and other police officials are also supervising the arrangements.

The temple`s trustee committee chairman Arulmurgan, trustees Vanitha, Selvaraj, Aristo Loganathan and Prabhakaran, Executive Officer Arunachalam, Deputy Commissioner Yagnanarayanan and temple staff have coordinated the festival arrangements.

In an official statement, the district police department warned that strict action would be taken against anyone attempting to disturb law and order during the celebrations.

With extensive security, medical and transport arrangements in place, Tiruchendur is preparing to host thousands of devotees for the grand Soorasamharam event on November 15.