Low-key Onam in Puducherry

However, the recent rain and flood in Kerala dampened the spirit of the celebrations and it was a low-key affair here this year. 

Though, clad in new dress, people visited temples to worship the deities in the early hours, the festivities were minimal.

Puducherry Chief Minister V Narayanasamy, his cabinet colleagues, Lok Sabha member R Radhakrishnan, and leaders of different political parties among others greeted the people on the occasion.