Thrissur Pooram | 17 Apr 2024

In a recent ruling, the Kerala High Court has issued directives to ensure the safety and well-being of elephants and artists during the Thrissur Pooram festivities.

Thrissur Pooram is a grand celebration of Kerala’s cultural and spiritual essence.
Celebrated in the Malayalam month of medam (April-May), the pooram is held at the Thekkinkadu Maidanam in Thrissur and is considered the mother of all poorams (annual festival).
It was started by Raja Rama Varma, famously known as Sakthan Thampuran, the Maharaja of Cochin (1790–1805), with the participation of 10 different temples.
Majestic elephants adorned in traditional attire and traditional orchestra music are part of the festival.
The Arattupuzha Pooram was the biggest festival in Kerala before Thrissur Pooram.