Mysuru: Onam, the commemoration of the annual visit of Mahabali — the legendary king of Kerala — will be celebrated at the Infant Jesus Cathedral, Hinkal, on Sunday (Sept. 15). There will be Pookkalamalsaram (flower rangoli competition) at 6.45 am followed by the concelebrated Solemn Mass at 8.30 am. The winners of the Pookkalamalsaram will be awarded cash prizes and trophies.
The public function at 10.15 am will be inaugurated by Rev. Fr. Anish Chirayath, Principal, Santhom Public School, Mandya. Rev. Fr. Thomas Mangalathil, Parish Priest, will preside. The Emperor Mahabali will be accorded a reception during the function followed by the traditional cultural programmes of Kerala. There will be tug-of-war and other sports competitions at 11.30 am.
Around 1,000 people are expected to participate in the Onasadhya (traditional Onam meals) which will be started at 12.30 pm. Those who wish to participate in Pookkalamalsaram may contact Mob:9342182476 or 9880924114, according to Joy Chittilappilly, General Convener.
This post was published on September 11, 2019 6:36 pm