Thiruvananthapuram, Sept. 5 -- Kerala is today celebrating Thiruvonam, the concluding day of the ten-day-long Onam festival, with people visiting temples, gathering in their homes, enjoying the Onam feast called Onasadhya, and exchanging gifts.

On this occasion, they wear traditional attire and give new clothes to family members and friends. The State government has also organized a ten-day Onam festival. It has opened special Onam fair markets to control price hikes during the season. People working in various places around the world are also returning to Kerala to celebrate Onam.

Meanwhile Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to the people on the occasion. He said Onam reflects the timeless heritage and rich traditions of K...