Keralites across globe celebrating Onam today

Keralites the world over celebrate Thiruvonam today. The annual fete this time heralds an enduring symbol of hope, resilience and resurgence as humanity is recovering from the disruptions caused by the Covid-19 pandemic and natural calamities for the last two years.  

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan kick-started the State-level Onam Week celebrations on Tuesday setting the stage for a variety of classical, folk, ethnic and popular art forms in multiple venues in the State capital and districts. Over eight thousand artistes, half of whom from traditional streams, will perform at 32 venues in the State capital alone  during the celebrations that will



conclude over pageantries on Monday. The capital city has been illuminated into various glittering zones.

Over the years, Onam has become one of the most popular cultural events that enthrals both the tourists from within and outside. A trade fair and exhibition with around 100 stalls put by various Government departments is underway at Kanakakkunnu in Thiruvananthapuram. Food courts and amusement parks have also been set up as part of the expo.

Meanwhile, the Government has distributed "Onam kits" containing essential groceries to over eighty four lakhs eligible beneficiaries across the State.