Odayam Parambil Sree Bhadrakali Temple, located in Edava in the Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala, is a revered shrine dedicated to Goddess Bhadrakali, a fierce and powerful form of Goddess Parvati. She is worshipped as a symbol of courage, protection, and triumph over evil. Devotees believe that invoking her blessings helps remove obstacles, dispel negativity, and foster spiritual growth. The temple celebrates several festivals throughout the year, with the most significant being the Meena Aswathy Thirunal Maholsavam. This grand annual festival, held with great fervour and devotion, features a vibrant array of rituals, cultural programs, and processions, all in honour of Goddess Bhadrakali. The celebration draws large gatherings of more devotees, who come to express their faith and receive the Goddess’s blessings. A key ritual performed at the temple is the Guruthi Puja, a powerful spiritual offering designed to remove life’s hurdles and protect devotees from negative energies. This ritual, conducted with deep devotion, is believed to invoke the fierce protective aspect of Goddess Bhadrakali. It is regarded as a potent form of prayer for safeguarding one’s physical and spiritual well-being, and for invoking divine intervention during times of distress.