Summary:
more-inA coastal village in the district, where fishing is the prime occupation, has been celebrating its ‘Golden Jubilee Pongal’ for four days since Bhogi. They are so keen on being at their native place during ‘Pongal’ celebrations as coconut farming also forms part of their livelihood. However, the situation is completely different in Kesavanputhanthurai, a small hamlet near Nagercoil, where ‘Pongal’ celebrations have been making Christmas and New Year celebrations dull since 1967. The four-day Golden Jubilee Celebrations of Pongal in the village began with hoisting of Pongal Flag, prior to which the people went around the village with the flag and Pongal Jyothi even as artistes of ‘Kalari Cultural Association’ setting the trend with their music. The third day witnessed the artistic performances of young men, women and many intellectuals too..