Onam Celebrated at the Rashtrapati Bhavan
Honourable President of India, Mr. Pranab Mukherjee hosted
hundreds of guests at his official residence for a special programme
celebrating Onam. In a first of its kind, the Onam celebrations were organised
at the Rashtrapati Bhavan by the Government of Kerala.
Titled ‘Kairali’, the Onam evening showcased the unique art forms
of Kerala. “Onam is a festival that transcends the barriers of caste,
creed and social status. It is a secular festival celebrated by one and
all,” said Mr. Pinarayi Vijayan, Chief Minister, Kerala. “Onam reminds us
every year of the spirit of love, brotherhood, peace and harmony,” he
said.
Around 70 artists performed at the hour-long cultural programme which began
with a “Vadyamanjari” a percussion ensemble, and showcased art forms such
as Mohiniyattam, Kathakali and a choreographed performance of Kerala Natanam,
Margamkali, Oppana, Thiruvathirakali, Theyyam, and Kalaripayattu. This was
followed by ‘Onasadya’, the grand feast served during Onam festival.
Organised by Kerala Tourism in partnership with the Rashtrapati Bhavan’s
'Indra Dhanush' cultural series, the programme was graced by dignitaries
including Mr. Hamid Ansari, Vice President of India, Mr. P. Sadasivam, Governor
of Kerala, Mr. Pinarayi Vijayan, Chief Minister of Kerala, and his cabinet
colleagues Mr. A. C. Moideen, Minister for Tourism, Mr. E.
Chandrasekharan, Minister for Revenue, Mr. Kadannappally Ramachandran, Minister
for Ports ,Mr. A. K. Sasindran, Minister for Transport , Ms. K. K. Shylaja
, Minister for Health, Ms. J. Mercikutty Amma, Minister for Fisheries, and Mr.
K. T. Jaleel, Minister for Local Self-Government, Mr. Mohan M.
Shantanagoudar, Chief Justice, Kerala High Court, MPs, senior state and
central government officials including Mr. S. M. Vijayanand, Chief Secretary,
as well as Ambassadors from Gulf nations.
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