President’s greetings on the eve of Onam

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President's Secretariat
27-August, 2015 11:59 IST
President’s greetings on the eve of Onam

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee in his message on the eve of Onam has said: -

“On the joyous occasion of Onam, I convey my heartfelt greetings to all my sisters and brothers in Kerala and abroad.

Onam is a unique secular festival celebrated by the people of Kerala belonging to all communities, irrespective of caste, creed and economic standing. It represents the spontaneous celebrations of the common people as they welcome their legendary King Mahabali, who was loved by all for his just and benevolent rule. Coinciding with the harvest season, Onam brings with it optimism for the future and gratitude for nature’s bounty.

May this year’s Onam usher in a new era of happiness and prosperity across our country”.

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Vice President's Secretariat
27-August, 2015 10:10 IST
Vice President Greets People on Onam
The Vice President of India Shri M. Hamid Ansari has greeted thepeople of our country on the auspicious occasion of ‘Onam’. In his message, he has said that Onam marks the beginning of the harvest season in various parts of our country. Celebrated with traditional gaiety and enthusiasm, this festival reflects the central role of agriculture in Indian society.


Following is the text of the Vice President’s message :


“I extend my warm greetings and good wishes to the people of our country on the auspicious occasion of Onam.


Onam marks the beginning of the harvest season in various parts of our country. Celebrated with traditional gaiety and enthusiasm, this festival reflects the central role of agriculture in Indian society.


May the festival usher in peace, prosperity and happiness in our country. ”


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[Nilgiri]

Onam Vazhthukkal to our Keralite brothers and sisters from your Eastern neighbours

Ella Malayalikalum Onam Unnanam!

Yenjoy Onasadya

 

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Onam is a unique secular festival celebrated by the people of Kerala belonging to all communities, irrespective of caste, creed and economic standing.

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Proud to be a Keralite...............This speaks why most of the Keralities are secular...............

 

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Lt Governor of Puducherry extends Onam greetings | Zee News

Puducherry: Lt Governor of Puducherry Lt General (retired) AK Singh has extended his greetings and good wishes to people of Puducherry in connection with Onam festival.


In a message issued today the Lt Governor said that `Onam is celebrated as the most significant festival of ancient Kerala.

It is also celebrated to mark harvest and bringing memories of a past golden era reassuring peace and prosperity`.

R Radhakriahnan, the Member of Parliament from Puducherry, has in his message wished the people of Puducherry and particularly the Malayalees a happy onam festival.

He highlighted the features of the festival and also the qualities of charity and humaneness marking the festival.

PTI

 

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Prime Minister's Office
28-August, 2015 08:24 IST
PM greets the people, on the auspicious occasion of Onam


The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted the people, on the auspicious occasion of Onam.

"Greetings on the auspicious occasion of Onam", the Prime Minister said.

 

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People pay tribute to former President the late APJ Abdul Kalam as they make a floral rangoli ‘pookalam’ to celebrate Onam festival in Thane, Mumbai.

 

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President's Secretariat
03-September, 2017 13:31 IST
President’s greetings on the eve of Onam

The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind in his message on the eve of Onam has said: -



“On the occasion of Onam, I offer my greetings and good wishes to the people of the country, particularly to our brothers and sisters from Kerala.

Coinciding with the beginning of the harvest season, Onam celebrates the hard work and toil of our farmers. May this festival be an occasion for celebration and sharing joy with our families, while not forgetting to reach out to those in need. Let us work unitedly to promote harmony and fraternity in our society”.

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Vice President's Secretariat
03-September, 2017 11:22 IST
Vice President Greets People on the eve of Onam

The Vice President of India, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu has greeted the people of our country on the auspicious occasion of Onam. In a message, he said that Onam, celebrated with traditional gaiety and enthusiasm, reflects the central role of agriculture in Indian society. Onam celebrations spread over ten days across Kerala are marked by diverse activities, he added.

Following is the text of Vice President’s message:

“I extend my warm greetings and good wishes to the people of our country on the auspicious occasion of Onam.

Onam marks the beginning of the harvest season in various parts of our country. Celebrated with traditional gaiety and enthusiasm, Onam reflects the central role of agriculture in Indian society. Onam celebrations spread over ten days across Kerala are marked by diverse activities ranging from boat races, dance events to floral designs and martial arts competitions.

May the festival usher in peace, prosperity and happiness in our country.”

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Prime Minister's Office
03-September, 2017 12:03 IST
PM greets the people on Onam


The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted the people, on the auspicious festival of Onam.

“Onam greetings to everyone. May this auspicious festival enrich our society with happiness, harmony and wellbeing”, the Prime Minister said.

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Onam is here With barely a week left for Onam festivities, people dressed up as King Mahabali and Vamanan are often spotted in the city. H. Vibhu

 

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Sep 11, 2017 15:22 IST

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Students of the Malayalam Association take a group selfie dressed in tradition attire. (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo)

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Students of the Malayalam Association of SIES College sparked off Onam festivities by lighting a lamp. (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo)

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48 students of the Malayalam Association from all streams of SIES college celebrated Onam by performing ‘Kaikotukali’ (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo)

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Traslating to ‘clapping dance’, Kaikotukali is a popular traditional dance performed by the women of Kerala to mark the festival of Onam. (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo)

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Onam is the festival of harvest in Kerala. (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo)

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It has been celebrated since ancient times in honour of the home coming of the King Mahabali, the grandson of Prahlada( an ardent devotee of Lord Vishnu). (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo)

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After Kaikotukali, the students danced on ‘Jumuki Kamal’, a very popular Malayalee song (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo)

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The main motive behind holding event was to showcase the tradition and culture of Kerala in Mumbai. (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo)

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Excited students watch the dance performances and other programmes.. (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo)

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Students of the Malayalam Association take a group selfie dressed in tradition attire. (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo)

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Students of the Malayalam Association take a group selfie dressed in tradition attire. (Anshuman Poyrekar/HT Photo)