"On the auspicious occasion of Onam, I convey my warm greetings and good wishes to the people of Kerala and all Malayalees settled throughout the world." Patil said in her message to people on the occasion.
"May this harvest festival of colour and vivacity bring prosperity and all-round gaiety for the entire nation," she said.|
Ansari said, the mood of rejoicing is vividly captured in the rituals and festivities associated with the festival, transcending all barriers and uniting people in a common thread of brotherhood.
Greeting people on the occasion, Singh said the beauty of Onam lies in its secular traditions.
"People of all religions, castes and communities celebrate the festival with equal joy and verve. The rich cultural heritage of Kerala finds true expression during the ten-day long festival," he said.
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