Thrissur Pooram

Kerala imposes night curfew, restricts Thrissur Pooram festival celebrations amid COVID-19 surge

The state government on Monday (April 19) announced a two week long night curfew in Kerala amid the recent surge in COVID-19 cases across the state. 

Apr 20, 2021, 07:53 AM IST

Thrissur Pooram 2020: Date, legend and significance of the festival

This year Thrissur Pooram festivity is scheduled for May 3. It is a 36 hours long festivity where a large number of devotees and spectators gather to witness the temple festival. However, this year it is not happening. 

May 02, 2020, 11:27 AM IST

Thrissur Pooram festival: Significance of the special day

The Maharaja of Cochin, Sakthan Thampuran, also known as Raja Rama Varma is associated with the celebration of Thrissur Pooram festival.

Apr 25, 2018, 10:02 AM IST

Thrissur Pooram will be celebrated in line with HC guidelines: Chandy

Thrissur Pooram will be celebrated in line with the guidelines issued by the High Court to ensure safety and security and without losing the essence of its tradition, beauty and culture, Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy said on Friday.

Apr 15, 2016, 14:02 PM IST