The way I celebrate has changed, but Onam will always be about community
Keralites across the globe are celebrating Thiru Onam today. Thiru Onam celebrations began with Ona Pookkalam, the traditional floral carpet made to welcome the legendary King Mahabali. This harvest festival is celebrated by Keralites irrespective of caste and religion. Special poojas are being held at temples, including the hill shrine of Sabarimala, Aranmula and Guruvayur. Ona
