Sri Sri Sri
Tanarada · Ganjam · Odisha
Worshipped without interruption in Tanarada since 1974 — open to all devotees, every day.
The Maa Kali Temple at Tanarada, Ganjam district, Odisha is a Hindu temple dedicated to Sri Sri Sri Maa Kalika Devi — the supreme goddess of time, transformation, and liberation. The temple was established in 1974, and the sacred Mula Vigraha has been worshipped here without interruption for over five decades.
The temple is home to two consecrated divine forms: the Mula Vigraha, worshipped continuously since 1974, and the Nava Vigraha, installed in February 2026. Both receive daily puja. The illuminated complex draws devotees from across Ganjam district and beyond.
Managed by the Sri Sri Sri Maa Kalika Debi Trust Board and built by the Kalika Devi Mandir Nirman Committee. All devotees are welcome. No prior booking required for regular darshan. Dress modestly.
Two consecrated forms of Maa Kalika Devi are worshipped at this temple — the Mula Vigraha (worshipped since 1974) and the Nava Vigraha (installed Feb 2026). Both are Maa Kali. Both receive devoted daily puja.
"The Mother's door is always open — come as you are."
Special puja arrangements available on prior request. Follow @MaaKaliTempleTanarada on social media for festival timing updates.
The grand seven-day consecration ceremony (20–27 Feb 2026) marking the installation of the Nava Vigraha alongside the original Mula Vigraha — conducted with full Vedic rites by revered scholars and priests. A once-in-a-generation milestone for this sacred temple.
The grandest celebration of the year — observed on the night of Diwali with magnificent rituals, thousands of diyas, and all-night devotional worship of Maa Kali.
Nine sacred nights dedicated to the Divine Mother — with special pujas, havan yagya, devotional kirtan, and cultural programmes drawing pilgrims from across the region.
Five joyous days celebrating Goddess Durga — a festival of community devotion, artistic expression, and the timeless cultural heritage of Odisha.
The no-moon night is especially sacred for Maa Kali. Special rituals and midnight aarti are observed every month, drawing devotees for her deepest blessings.
A vibrant annual fair on the temple grounds — bringing thousands of devotees together for blessings, folk performances, and joyous community celebration.
The annual anniversary of the temple's founding — celebrated each year with special prayers, devotional programmes, and offerings for the entire community.
Ganjam's most sacred folk tradition — a 13 to 21-day period of intense penance and devotion to Maa Kali (Danda Kali) and Lord Shiva, observed in the month of Chaitra (March–April) and culminating on Maha Bishuva Sankranti (Odia New Year, ~April 14). Participants called Danduas fast from sunrise to midnight, perform barefoot parikramas, and undertake three forms of penance: Dhuli Danda (sand and heat), Pani Danda (water), and Agni Danda (fire-walking at midnight). The closing day — Meru — is celebrated with Gram Parikrama and community offerings.
The celestial wedding of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati — celebrated with deep devotion across Ganjam district each year in the month of Jyeshtha (May–June). As Maa Kali is a supreme form of Shakti — the same divine feminine energy as Parvati — this festival carries special reverence at this temple. Devotees participate in the ceremonial wedding procession, offer flowers and prayers, and celebrate the union of Shiva and Shakti that underlies all creation.
Divine Vision — Maa Kalika Devi at Tanarada
The Grand Shikhara Tower
Temple Lit at Night
Evening Splendour
Festival Preparations
The Sacred Complex
Main Entrance Gate — Maa Kali
Second Gate — Maa Durga
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