Keralites across the globe are celebrating Thiru Onam today. Thiru Onam celebrations began with Ona Pookkalam, the traditional floral carpet made to welcome the legendary King Mahabali.
This harvest festival is celebrated by Keralites irrespective of caste and religion.
Special poojas are being held at temples, including the hill shrine of Sabarimala, Aranmula and Guruvayur. Ona Sadya, the traditional Kerala feast, is another major attraction of Thiru Onam.
Thousands of cultural programmes and traditional games will be held across Keralam this afternoon, including official celebrations. Heavy rush is being experienced at temples across the state, despite the rain.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended greetings to the countrymen on the occasion of Onam.
Sharing a social media post, the Prime Minister said that the vibrant festival is celebrated all over the world with great enthusiasm. Mr Modi wished that this festival further empowers the spirit of happiness, togetherness, and prosperity.
Home Minister Amit Shah has extended greetings to the people of Keralam on the occasion of Onam. Sharing a social media post, Mr Shah prayed that this joyous occasion usher in a year filled with peace, prosperity and well-being for all.
