Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar and PM Modi Extend Onam Wishes
New Delhi, India – Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar extended his warm wishes on Onam on Sunday. Taking to platform X, he wrote, “Onam weaves communities together through cherished traditions and serves as a heartfelt reminder of the enduring values of compassion and sacrifice. May the spirit of Onam fill everyone’s life with happiness and prosperity.”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Wishes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also extended his heartfelt wishes to people on Onam. He wrote on platform X, “Happy Onam to all. May there be peace, prosperity and well-being everywhere. Celebrating the great culture of Kerala, this festival is celebrated with enthusiasm by the Malayalee community all over the world.”
Grand Feast at Thrikkakara Temple
On September 14, as part of the ongoing Onam celebrations, the Thrikkakara Temple in Kerala’s Ernakulam hosted the Uthrada Sadya, a grand traditional feast for around 20,000 people. The temple also hosted Uthrada Pooram as part of the Uthradam day, the ninth day of the Onam festival. The 10-day Onam festival concludes with Thiruvonam, which is on September 15 this year.
Kerala Chief Minister’s Message
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan extended greetings to people on the eve of Thiruvonam. He stressed the ongoing rehabilitation efforts in Wayanad following the landslides on July 30. “This time, Onam is coming in the background of landslides in Mundakai and Chooralmala. We are now engaged in a major effort to rebuild homes, reclaim livelihoods, and make the region economically and socially dynamic. Therefore, let us be full of compassion for our brothers and sisters who have survived this calamity during this celebration,” CM Vijayan said.
The Chief Minister also urged everyone to donate generously towards the relief fund for Wayanad’s rehabilitation. “May the concept of Onam, which teaches that ‘all human beings are equal’, be an inspiration to uphold the unity of human minds that transcends discrimination! Donate to the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund and participate in the reconstruction of disaster-affected areas. So we can make our Onam celebrations meaningful,” Vijayan said.
Kerala Governor’s Greetings
Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan also extended greetings to people on the occasion of Onam.
Doubts Revealed
Vice President -: The Vice President is the second-highest official in India, just below the President. He helps in running the country and takes over if the President can’t do his job.
Jagdeep Dhankhar -: Jagdeep Dhankhar is the current Vice President of India. He helps in making important decisions for the country.
PM Modi -: PM Modi stands for Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He is the leader of India and makes important decisions for the country.
Onam -: Onam is a big festival celebrated in Kerala, a state in India. It marks the homecoming of a legendary king and includes feasts, dances, and boat races.
Kerala -: Kerala is a state in the southern part of India. It is known for its beautiful landscapes, backwaters, and rich culture.
Thrikkakara Temple -: Thrikkakara Temple is a famous temple in Kerala. It is an important place for Onam celebrations.
Wayanad -: Wayanad is a district in Kerala known for its hills and forests. It recently faced landslides, which are when large amounts of earth and rock slide down a slope.
Landslides -: Landslides are when rocks and soil slide down a hill or mountain. They can cause a lot of damage to homes and roads.
Kerala Chief Minister -: The Kerala Chief Minister is the leader of the government in Kerala. He makes important decisions for the state.
Pinarayi Vijayan -: Pinarayi Vijayan is the current Chief Minister of Kerala. He is responsible for the administration of the state.
Kerala Governor -: The Kerala Governor is the representative of the President in the state. He oversees the state’s administration.
Arif Mohammed Khan -: Arif Mohammed Khan is the current Governor of Kerala. He helps in the administration of the state and represents the President.
