Despite the restriction, the competitive rhythm between Paramekkavu and Thiruvambady Devaswoms remained intact, drawing loud reactions from the crowd at Thekkinkadu Maidan. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/kerala/thousands-witness-shortened-yet-splendid-kudamattam-at-thrissur-pooram-i7h9rf9w?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #ThrissurPooram #Pooram2026 #Kudamattam

Rather than focusing on the number of performers or duration, the Ilanjithara Melam is recognised for its orderly and methodical presentation of the traditional panchari melam format. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/kerala/drums-discipline-and-spectators-ilanjithara-melam-fills-thrissur-pooram-with-layered-sound-xo68jmgw?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #ThrissurPooram #Pooram2026 #IlanjitharaMelam

Thrissur Pooram fever is unstoppable despite the scorching heat, as massive crowds gather to witness Thechikottukavu Ramachandran and stunning traditional performances https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/kerala/thrissur-pooram-2026-thechikottukavu-ramachandran-crowd-safety-changes-kudamattam-fireworks-p0rkw1xa?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #ThrissurPooram #Pooram2026 #ThechikottukavuRamachandran

Thrissur Pooram 2026 unfolds with reduced festivities after tragedy, featuring grand processions, melam performances and Kudamattam rituals https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/kerala/thrissur-pooram-2026-scaled-down-festivities-processions-melam-n6faqusv?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #ThrissurPooram #Pooram2026 #KeralaFestivals #Thrissur