District-level Onam celebrations in Kannur from August 24

The district-level Onam week celebrations in Kannur will commence from August 24 to 30 at the Collectorate ground. Organized by the Tourism department and the Kannur District Tourism Promotion Council, the events will feature a variety of cultural, musical, and entertainment programs. The celebrations will be inaugurated by Electricity Minister Sunny Joseph on August 24, with the MLA T.O.

Mohanan presiding over the event. The program includes Thiruvathirakali competitions, tribal art performances, classical dance shows, folk performances from various regions, and a final Chakyarkoothu presentation on August 30. The festivities will also include a pookkalam competition for government and public sector offices and a painting and mehendi competition for students.

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