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For the 2026 Makar Sankranti festival (Makara Vilakku) on Wednesday, January 14, devotees of Lord Ayyappa in Dehu Road are observing the culmination of the pilgrimage season.
Festival Details for Dehu Road (2026)
Main Celebration Date: Wednesday, January 14, 2026.
Key Timing: The Makara Vilakku Sankranti moment occurs at 03:13 PM.
Local Significance: The Shree Ayyappa Swami Temple (nestled on the riverbank in Dehu Road) is celebrating the 31st edition of its grand Makara Vilakku Utsavam.
Procession and Rituals
Shobha Yatra (Procession): While specific street routes are managed locally by the temple committee, the procession typically features the "Thiruvabharanam" (sacred ornaments) or a decorated idol of Lord Ayyappa being carried through the streets of Dehu Road, accompanied by traditional music and chants.
Temple Schedule: The festivities include soul-stirring aarti, cultural programs, and the distribution of prasadam until the end of the day.
Makara Jyothi Darshanam: Devotees gather at the temple in the evening to witness the ritual lighting (Makara Vilakku), which coincides with the appearance of the celestial star Sirius (Makara Jyothi).
For local residents or visitors looking to join the procession, it is recommended to visit the Shree Ayyappa Swami Temple in Dehu Road directly for specific timing of the street march, as these are often scheduled around the 3:13 PM Sankranti moment or early evening.