Happy Onam
Onam is the annual harvest festival of Kerala, the South Indian state in which Pallium India has its headquarters. It celebrates the reign of King Mahabali, who is said to have ruled Kerala a long time back, and that, apparently was the most golden time in Kerala. According to legend, when he was eventually defeated and exiled, he asked for permission to visit Kerala once a year. This visit during the harvest season forms the most celebrated festival of Kerala – Onam – a time of flowers, new clothes, food and play. During this time of plenty for many, let us share the happiness and joy with a few people who are not so fortunate as others.
The Rotary Club at Karunagappally in Kerala shows us an example to follow. Early during the festive season, on 30 August 2014, the Rotarians and members of the Inner Wheel club of Karunagappally along with the local palliative care unit supported by Dr Kurup, Dr Radhabai, Dr Nizar, Mr Mohanan Pillai, President Dr L. Sasi, AG K Asokan and all members of Rotary Club Karunagappally, arranged an Onam feast for hundreds of families affected by disease. Not only were they given a feast, but more than 200 families received new clothes and provisions enough to see them through the festival season. Members of the palliative care team at Karunagappally, this was a great example for others to emulate. We salute you.
Happy Onam to all.
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