Thiruvananthapuram, Aug. 26 -- President Droupadi Murmu and Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan on Wednesday extended Onam greetings to people across the country and Malayalis worldwide, underscoring the festival's messages of unity, equality, brotherhood and harmony.
In her Onam message, President Murmu conveyed her warm greetings and best wishes to all citizens, particularly Malayalis living in India and abroad.
She said Onam, celebrated with the arrival of the new harvest, was an occasion to express gratitude to nature while celebrating Kerala's rich cultural heritage and spirit of brotherhood.
"Onam promotes unity in diversity," the President said, pointing out that boat races, folk dances, music and sports associated with the festiv...