Kukke
Subrahmanya Temple: Sarpa Samskara and Ashlesha Bali Services Suspended on
August 23 and 24, 2026
Devotees
planning to visit Kukke Sri Subrahmanya Temple should note that Sarpa
Samskara, Ashlesha Bali and Nagaprathishta services will not be performed on
August 23 and 24, 2026.
According
to a temple announcement, these special puja services have been temporarily
suspended due to Ekadashi observances.
Services
Not Performed on August 23 and 24
The
following services will not be conducted on both days:
- Sarpa
Samskara
- Ashlesha Bali
- Nagaprathishta
August
23, 2026 – Ekadashi
The
special services will not be performed on Sunday, August 23, as the day
is observed as Ekadashi.
August
24, 2026 – Atirikta Ekadashi
The
services will also remain suspended on Monday, August 24, due to Atirikta
Ekadashi.
Regular
Darshan and Puja Services Continue
Temple
authorities have clarified that regular temple activities will continue as
usual.
Devotees
can continue to avail themselves of:
- Darshan
- Mangalarti
- Archana
- Mahapuja
- Other regular
puja services
Therefore,
devotees planning only for regular darshan and other routine pujas can
visit the temple as usual.
Important
Information for Devotees
Those
planning to perform Sarpa Samskara, Ashlesha Bali or Nagaprathishta at
Kukke Sri Subrahmanya Temple should avoid booking or travelling for these
services on August 23 and 24, 2026.
It
is advisable to plan these special services on alternative dates and confirm
the latest schedule with the temple authorities before making travel
arrangements.
Quick
Information
| Date | Day | Observance | Sarpa Samskara / Ashlesha Bali / Nagaprathishta |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 23, 2026 | Sunday | Ekadashi | Not performed |
| August 24, 2026 | Monday | Atirikta Ekadashi | Not performed |
Note: Regular
darshan, Mangalarti, Archana, Mahapuja and other routine puja services will
continue as usual.
Conclusion
Devotees
visiting Kukke Sri Subrahmanya Temple on August 23 and 24, 2026,
can have regular darshan and participate in routine pujas. However, Sarpa
Samskara, Ashlesha Bali and Nagaprathishta services will not be performed on
these two days.
Devotees planning these special services should schedule their visit accordingly.