In 1961, during the tenure of Chief Minister Pattom Thanu Pillai, Onam was officially declared the national festival of Kerala. However, in the following year, large-scale celebrations were curtailed due …

Oct 8, 2025 · What is Onam and why is it celebrated? Onam is a Hindu harvest festival that marks the Malayali New Year and is primarily observed in the southwestern Indian state of Kerala. It is …

Onam is the biggest and the most important festival of the state of Kerala. It is a harvest festival and is celebrated with joy and enthusiasm all over the state by people of all communities.

The Hindu festival Onam is observed during the month of Chingam on the Malayalam calendar, which is typically between August and September. Onam starts on August 16 this month.

Aug 6, 2025 · Onam has a special place in the hearts of the people of Kerala. Each day of the ten-day harvest festival is marked by different traditions, rituals, and celebrations, making it a joyous and …

Onam is also an agricultural festival that celebrates the rich harvest of the land, thus symbolising joy and prosperity. Onam is the celebration of the myth of Mahabali – the demon king who once ruled the …

Aug 19, 2025 · Onam, Kerala’s iconic harvest festival, is more than just a cultural celebration—it is a vibrant tapestry of traditions, myths, and rituals that unite communities. Marking the homecoming of …

Onam is Kerala’s most celebrated cultural and harvest festival, deeply rooted in legend and tradition. Celebrated by Malayalis across the world, it marks the homecoming of King Mahabali, a mythical …

Sep 8, 2025 · Onam is a Hindu harvest festival that marks the Malayali New Year and is primarily observed in the southwestern Indian state of Kerala. It is observed in the Malayali month of Chingam, …

Uncover the magic of Onam! This guide explores the festival's deep-rooted traditions, from the legend of the benevolent King Mahababali, to the Pookkalam carpets, Onakkodi and Onasadya and reveals …