Thiruvananthapuram, Aug. 26 -- On the occasion of Thiruvonam, Prince Aditya Varma of the erstwhile Travancore royal family on Wednesday extended greetings to the people of Keralam and all over the world, wishing them prosperity, peace and good health.

Speaking to ANI, Varma said, "Today being Thiruvonam, I wish the people of Kerala and all over the world a very happy Onam. May the year be filled with prosperity, peace and good health. Let all the people in the world live in peace."

Thiruvonam is the most auspicious and significant day of the ten-day Onam festival, which is celebrated primarily in Keralam and marks the annual homecoming of the legendary King Mahabali.

The festival is observed with prayers, family gatherings and traditio...