Ramakrishna Math, Koyilandy (Kerala), celebrated Onam — the core festival of the Keralites, on Sunday 27 August 2023 morning. This is chiefly to commemorate King Mahabali, whose spirit is believed to grace the auspicious occasion on this particular day.
The programme began with prayers followed by chanting and bhajans at the Ashrama shrine. The participants included students of Gadadhar Abhyudaya, teachers, and devotees. To mark the festivity of the celebration, students and a few devotees performed a dance, musical programme and delivered speeches at the Auditorium.
On this very auspicious day, the ashrama distributed sarees and dhotis to 19 poor ladies and 14 gentlemen. After the ceremony, lunch prasad was distributed among the students, teachers, devotees, and volunteers.