KARIMNAGAR, SEPTEMBER 13, 2024: The Play School in Karimnagar town turned colourful and vibrant as Onam celebrations were conducted full-fledged with pomp and novelty on Friday.
The students and Teachers in traditional attire took part in the celebrations including Athapookalam (floral arrangements), Thiruvathirakali, Onapattu and other competitions.
Chendamelam, which is one of the most popular among Kerala’s instrumental music forms, was the main attraction. Pulikkali, a Tiger’s play, is a recreational folk art from Kerala and is performed by trained artistes painted like tigers and hunters in bright yellow, red and black. They dance to the beats of instruments such as “Udukku” and “Thakil”. The performance revolves around the theme of tiger hunting.
A group of women wearing traditional dress performed Thiruvathirakali – a popular dance form of Kerala. According to a popular legend, the festival is celebrated to welcome King Mahabali. It is believed that King Mahabali will come to Kerala on this day to meet his subjects and the people of Kerala make elaborate preparations to welcome their King in the best possible manner.
Teachers and staff ensured a lively atmosphere, making the festival a memorable experience for the children. The celebrations aimed to instil a sense of unity, culture and joy among the children reflecting the true spirit of Onam. Chairman Dr.Polsani Sudhakar Rao and Principal Prabhadevi conveyed their wishes to the students and teachers.
