Onam 2022: Onam, a yearly harvest festival commemorated by the Malayalee community both inside and outside Kerala, memorialises King Mahabali's annual return, who is thought to be the decedent of Kashyapa, a Brahmin sage and ardent devotee of Lord Vishnu.
People participate in a variety of activities such as Atthachamayam (folk songs and dance), Pulikali (tiger dances), Vallam Kali (boat races), Onathappan (worship), Pookkalam (flower Rangoli), Tug of War, Onam Kali, Kummattikali (mask dance), Thumbi Thullal (women’s dance), Onavillu (music), Onathallu (martial arts), Onapottan (costumes) and Kazhchakkula (plantain offerings).
It occurs on the 22nd nakshatra Thiruvonam in the Malayalam month of Chingam. The festival this year start on Tuesday, August 30, and it will conclude on Thursday, September 8.
Also Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu greeted people and extended their best wishes on the occasion of Onam on Thursday via their social media accounts.
Onam greetings to everyone, especially the people of Kerala and Malayali community spread around the world. This festival reaffirms the vital role of Mother Nature and the importance of our hardworking farmers. May Onam also further the spirit of harmony in our society.
Onam greetings to fellow citizens, specially to Malayali sisters and brothers. A festival marking new harvest, Onam also celebrates the values of equality, fairness and truth. May the joyous spirit of this festival strengthen social harmony and bring peace and prosperity to all.
Have a fortunate, bright, healthy, wealthy, and enjoyable Onam! Let this season bring you good fortune, peace of mind, happiness, and everything else you desire!
May the spirit of Onam pervade everything you do, everything you think, and everything you hope for in your life.
Onam is a great time for family bonding. So, I hope you and your family have a wonderful Onam this year. Onam greetings!
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