"vedma-bojju"

Kanaka Raju passed away due to illness at his native place Marlavai in Jainoor mandal on Friday. He was 83. He is survived by his wife, eight daughters and four sons

People from all walks of life, dressed in their best attire, gathered at special venues of the festival and witnessed the customary event Ravana dahanam, which symbolises victory of good over evil

Seethakka said steps were being taken to avoid inconvenience to the public in reaching neighboring villages and mandal headquarters.

Ministers, MLAs, other public representatives and political leaders expressed their greeting to Muslims on the occasion of Bakrid.

Speaking on the occasion, Bojju appreciated members of the community for coming forward to perform weddings of financially weak couples.